ALC technical analysis
ALC Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 6, 2026
Market
NYSE (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 5, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
ALC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- ALC
- Market
- NYSE
- Currency
- USD (US Dollar)
- Latest completed bar
- August 5, 2026
Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Date and closing-price consistency checks passed for the latest completed daily bar.
| Validation series | Latest Close | Date | Difference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calculation series | 70.57 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 70.57 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
ALC Technical Analysis Summary
ALC (Alcon AG) has staged a recovery off its 52-week low near 61.84 but remains in a longer-term downtrend. On the daily chart, price at 70.57 trades above SMA20 (68.82) and SMA50 (67.45) but below SMA200 (74.51), with RSI14 at 58.38 and a positive MACD, signaling a constructive short-term rebound from the June-July low. The weekly chart is still bearish: price at 68.94 remains below SMA20 (69.96), SMA50 (74.91), and SMA200 (79.58), with weekly RSI14 at 45.80 below the 50 midline, though the weekly MACD histogram has turned positive as downside momentum fades. The stock trades at 31.0% of its 52-week range on the daily series. Resistance stands at 71.49 (20-day and 60-day high) and the daily SMA200 at 74.51, while support rests at 66.17 (20-day low) and 61.84 (52-week and 60-day low). A daily close above 71.49 would extend the rebound, while a break back below SMA20 (68.82) would signal the recovery is losing steam.
Multi-timeframe dashboard
Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard
Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.
Daily (August 5, 2026)
- Trend
- Mixed. Price at 70.57 is above SMA20 (68.82) and SMA50 (67.45) but below SMA200 (74.51). The rebound off the 52-week low near 61.84 has pushed price back above the shorter averages, while the declining SMA200 still caps the longer-term trend above. SMA20 and SMA50 have turned upward over the past few weeks as the stock recovered.
- Momentum
- Positive. RSI14 at 58.38 is above the 50 midline. The MACD line at 0.71 is above the signal at 0.48 with a positive histogram at 0.22, and the MACD line is above zero, confirming that short-term upward momentum has returned after the decline to the 61.84 area.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 1.49 (2.11% of price) reflects average daily swings of around 2%. Bollinger Bands (66.14 to 71.50) place price at 70.57 in the upper half of the band, consistent with the recent advance, with price testing the upper band.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 1,216,500 is 56.5% of the 20-period average (2,153,950), suggesting the rebound is taking place on lighter participation than the prior decline.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a developing recovery. Price has reclaimed the SMA20 and SMA50, RSI is above 50, and the MACD has turned positive, all pointing to a short-term uptrend since the low near 61.84. The 20-period and 60-period returns of 6.02% and 12.80% confirm the rebound has covered real ground. The main constraint is the daily SMA200 at 74.51, which is still declining and sits above price. Near-term resistance is at 71.49 (the 20-day and 60-day high) with the SMA200 at 74.51 beyond it, while support rests at 66.17 (the 20-day low) and 61.84 (the 52-week low). The below-average volume on the rally leaves some room for doubt, so confirmation requires a close above 71.49 on stronger participation.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Bearish. Price at 68.94 is below SMA20 (69.96), SMA50 (74.91), and SMA200 (79.58), with all three weekly averages still sloping downward. The last completed week closed slightly higher after holding above the 61.84 low, but the weekly structure has not yet turned.
- Momentum
- Neutral to improving. RSI14 at 45.80 is below the 50 midline. The MACD line at -2.47 remains below the signal at -2.85, but the histogram has turned positive at 0.38, indicating downside momentum is fading even though the weekly MACD is still in negative territory.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 4.25 (6.17% of price) reflects wider weekly swings consistent with the downtrend and its rebound. Bollinger Bands (60.62 to 79.30) are wide, and price at 68.94 sits in the lower half of the band.
- Volume
- Above average. Weekly volume of 14,102,500 is 146.5% of the 20-week average (9,626,755), reflecting elevated activity during the recent swing down and up.
Assessment
The weekly chart remains in a structural downtrend. Price is below all three weekly moving averages, which are still declining, and weekly RSI14 at 45.80 stays under 50. The positive weekly MACD histogram at 0.38 is the first constructive sign, suggesting the selling pressure that drove ALC to the 61.84 low is abating. A weekly close above the weekly SMA20 at 69.96 would be an early signal of stabilization, while a sustained break above the SMA50 at 74.91 would begin to repair the longer-term structure. Support sits at 61.84 (the 52-week low, also the 20-week and 60-week low), with resistance at 69.96 (SMA20), 81.96 (20-week high), and 92.10 (60-week high).
Key indicators
ALC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 58.38 | 45.80 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 0.71 / 0.48 / 0.22 | -2.47 / -2.85 / 0.38 |
| ATR (14) | 1.49 (2.11%) | 4.25 (6.17%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 66.14 - 71.50 | 60.62 - 79.30 |
| SMA (20) | 68.82 | 69.96 |
| SMA (50) | 67.45 | 74.91 |
| SMA (200) | 74.51 | 79.58 |
Price structure
ALC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 70.57 | 68.94 |
| 1-Period Return | -0.59% | +1.52% |
| 5-Period Return | +1.32% | +1.68% |
| 20-Period Return | +6.02% | -10.40% |
| 60-Period Return | +12.80% | -21.09% |
| 252-Period Return | -19.25% | -12.60% |
| 52-Week Low | 61.84 | 61.84 |
| 52-Week High | 89.97 | 89.97 |
| 52-Week Position | 31.05% | 25.25% |
Key levels
ALC Support and Resistance Levels
Key price levels based on recent swing highs and lows across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Level | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| 20-Period High | 71.49 | 81.96 |
| 20-Period Low | 66.17 | 61.84 |
| 60-Period High | 71.49 | 92.10 |
| 60-Period Low | 61.84 | 61.84 |
Scenarios
ALC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price closes above the 20-day and 60-day high at 71.49 on above-average volume, extending the rebound toward the daily SMA200 at 74.51 and beyond.
Invalidation
Price falls back below the daily SMA20 at 68.82 and loses the 66.17 area.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 50, the MACD histogram staying positive, volume expanding on up days, and a weekly close above the weekly SMA20 at 69.96.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between support at 66.17 (20-day low) and resistance at 71.49 (20-day and 60-day high) while the weekly trend stays below the SMA20 at 69.96.
Invalidation
A decisive close above 71.49 or below 66.17 on rising volume.
What to watch
RSI staying between 45 and 62, the MACD flattening around the zero line, and volume staying subdued.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the daily SMA20 at 68.82 and the 20-day low at 66.17, reopening the path toward the 52-week low at 61.84.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the daily SMA20 (68.82) and holds above it.
What to watch
The weekly MACD histogram turning negative again, downside volume picking up, and closes remaining under the daily SMA20.
Methodology
Methodology and Limitations
This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 5, 2026, and the weekly series ends July 27, 2026 week. The latest completed daily bar is independently checked for date and closing-price consistency. Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Indicators include Wilder RSI(14), MACD(12,26,9), SMA20/50/200, Wilder ATR(14), Bollinger Bands(20,2), relative volume, multi-period returns, and price-range levels. Support and resistance are descriptive zones, not guaranteed reversal points. Historical patterns do not predict future prices, and this page is not investment advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
This technical analysis is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Past performance and historical patterns are not guarantees of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Market data is checked for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated. Data cutoffs: daily August 5, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 6, 2026.
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