BMC SOFTWARE (BMC-NYSE): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $17.35 on Jan 22, 2003 prices rallied, reaching a high of $19.19 on Jan 23, 2003. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $17.10 on Feb 7, 2003. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 2/12/03 at $18.60. Technicals: MACD-Histogram (MACD-H): A Buy Alert! was given on Feb 12, 2003 when the Histogram crossed the "0" line to the upside. Support: Remains at $17.25. Resistance: Is at $19.19. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Feb 10, 2003. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $17.75. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! BMC SOFTWARE (BMC-NYSE) @ $18.63 Stop: Use a protective stop of $17.13. BMC SOFTWARE is currently trading @ $18.60 plus $0.57 on Feb 12, 2003. Price Objective: $27.50. Risk/Reward: $1.50 VS. $8.88. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 6:1