AMGEN INC (AMGN-Nasdaq): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $30.57 on Jul 7, 2002 prices rallied, reaching a high of $46.65 on Jul 30, 2002. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $41.99 on Aug 5, 2002. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 8/6/02 at $44.23. Technicals: MACD-Histogram (MACD-H): A Buy Alert! was given on Jul 30, 2002 when the Histogram crossed the "0" line to the upside. Support: Remains at $39.00. Resistance: Is at $50.50. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Aug 6, 2002. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $44.25. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! AMGEN INC (AMGN-Nasdaq) @ $45.63 Stop: Use a protective stop of $43.63. AMGEN INC is currently trading @ $44.23 plus $2.01 on Aug 6, 2002. Price Objective: $54.50. Risk/Reward: $2.00 VS. $8.88. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 4:1