AMGEN INC (AMGN-NYSE): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $56.25 on Jul 16, 2001 prices rallied, reaching a high of $63.75 on Aug 8, 2001. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $58.36 on Aug 21, 2001. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 8/23/01 at $62.92. Technicals: MACD-Histogram (MACD-H): A Buy Alert! was given on Aug 23, 2001 when the Histogram crossed the "0" line to the upside. Support: Remains at $59.00. Resistance: Is at $65.66. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Aug 23, 2001. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $61.50. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! AMGEN INC (AMGN-NYSE) @ $64.12 Stop: Use a protective stop of $61.50. AMGEN INC is currently trading @ $62.92 plus $2.94 on Aug 23, 2001. Price Objective: $75.00. Risk/Reward: $2.62 VS. $19.12. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 7:1