NBTY INC (NBTY-Nasdaq): Technical Viewpoint: From a low of $13.51 on Jul 26, 2001 prices rallied, reaching a high of $15.99 on Jul 31, 2001. A decline saw prices pull back, reaching a low of $14.09 on Aug 1, 2001. Another rally saw prices penetrate resistance, closing 8/6/01 at $16.62. Technicals: MACD-Histogram (MACD-H): A Buy Alert! was given on Jul 3, 2001 when the Histogram crossed the "0" line to the upside. Support: Remains at $13.50. Resistance: Is at $19.00. Point & Figure: Reversed to the upside on Jul 27, 2001. A P&F upside reversal takes place at $15.00. Summary: Technical indicators have turned bullish. BUY! NBTY INC (NBTY-Nasdaq) @ $16.75 Stop: Use a protective stop of $15.25. NBTY INC is currently trading @ $16.62 plus $.96 on Aug 6, 2001. Price Objective: $29.00. Risk/Reward: $1.50 VS. $12.25. Today's Risk Reward Ratio: 8:1