International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:IBM) is trading lower today at $197.22, -2.38 (-1.19%). The stock has dropped sharply since it reported earnings. While the price action is negative, IBM has hit its first major support on the daily chart. This level is at $196.80 and can be seen on the chart below. A bounce from this level in the short term is likely.

When looking at stocks, one might wonder where to buy or sell. As stocks enter this up cycle, it is wise to begin looking at stocks that may be setting up for a drop in the second half of the year. To do this, we must look at the charts and understand exactly where a stock might hit a pivot long term high. To do this, look at the weekly and monthly charts.