AU technical analysis
AU 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
AU Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- AU
- 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 | 88.60 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 88.60 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
AU Technical Analysis Summary
AU (AngloGold Ashanti) shows a strong short-term daily recovery that is not yet reflected in the weekly timeframe. On the daily chart, price at 88.60 sits above SMA20 (79.98) and SMA50 (84.00) but just below SMA200 (89.56), after a sharp 8.71% single-day gain that pushed price above the upper Bollinger Band (85.56) on volume running 1.42x the 20-day average. RSI14 at 61.16 is bullish but not overbought, and the daily MACD histogram has turned positive at 1.13, supporting the recovery. The weekly chart remains in a correction: price at 79.32 is below SMA20 (90.07) and SMA50 (84.83), with RSI14 at 45.15 and a negative MACD histogram at -2.56, though SMA200 (39.01) is rising and the 252-week return of +461.34% confirms the long-term uptrend. Key resistance sits at 89.56 (SMA200) and 89.77 (20-day high), while support is at 79.98 (SMA20), 73.40 (20-day low), and 49.33 (52-week low). The weekly series does not yet include the early-August rally, so a weekly close back above the short-term moving averages would be the first confirmation of trend repair.
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
- Improving but not confirmed. Price at 88.60 is above SMA20 (79.98) and SMA50 (84.00) after a sharp multi-day advance, but remains just below SMA200 (89.56). All three moving averages are sloping upward, and the trend classification is mixed until price establishes a foothold above SMA200.
- Momentum
- Bullish-leaning. RSI14 at 61.16 is above the 50 midline, reflecting a short-term shift to bullish momentum without reaching overbought territory. MACD is recovering from deeply negative levels: the line at -0.14 is above the signal at -1.27 with a positive histogram at 1.13, signaling that near-term downside momentum has reversed.
- Volatility
- Moderate to elevated. ATR14 at 4.18 (4.72% of price) reflects above-average daily swings. Bollinger Bands (74.40 to 85.56) show price trading above the upper band, indicating short-term volatility expansion after the strong rally.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 3,715,500 is 141.8% of the 20-period average (2,619,450), confirming buying participation behind the sharp advance.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a strong short-term recovery after the pullback from the 110.63 high. Price has reclaimed SMA20 and SMA50 and is pressing against the confluence of SMA200 (89.56) and the 20-day high (89.77), while the MACD histogram has turned positive. RSI at 61.16 supports the move and above-average volume confirms buying interest. The key test is whether price can close above the 89.56 to 89.77 zone; a failure would leave the advance vulnerable to a pullback toward SMA20 at 79.98.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Neutral-to-bearish in the short term within a long-term uptrend. Price at 79.32 is below SMA20 (90.07) and SMA50 (84.83) but well above the rising SMA200 (39.01). The 20-week return of -15.39% reflects an ongoing correction after a strong advance, while SMA200 continues to slope upward.
- Momentum
- Neutral-to-bearish. RSI14 at 45.15 is below the 50 midline. MACD is bearish: the line at -2.24 is below the signal at 0.31 with a negative histogram at -2.56, indicating that downside momentum is still in control at the weekly level.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 10.73 (13.53% of price) reflects wide weekly swings typical of a gold miner during a correction. Bollinger Bands (70.91 to 109.22) are wide, consistent with the pullback from the 52-week high.
- Volume
- Near average. Weekly volume of 16,119,600 is 111.9% of the 20-week average (14,402,205).
Assessment
The weekly chart remains in a correction phase after the stock more than quadrupled over the prior year. Price has traded below SMA20 and SMA50 since the pullback began, and RSI near 45 with a negative MACD histogram confirms bearish weekly momentum. However, SMA200 is rising and price remains far above it, and the early-August daily rally is not yet captured by the weekly series. A weekly close back above SMA20 (90.07) would be the first sign that the correction is resolving to the upside.
Key indicators
AU Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 61.16 | 45.15 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -0.14 / -1.27 / 1.13 | -2.24 / 0.31 / -2.56 |
| ATR (14) | 4.18 (4.72%) | 10.73 (13.53%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 74.40 - 85.56 | 70.91 - 109.22 |
| SMA (20) | 79.98 | 90.07 |
| SMA (50) | 84.00 | 84.83 |
| SMA (200) | 89.56 | 39.01 |
Price structure
AU Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 88.60 | 79.32 |
| 1-Period Return | +8.71% | -0.44% |
| 5-Period Return | +13.78% | -2.82% |
| 20-Period Return | +10.99% | -15.39% |
| 60-Period Return | -16.21% | +82.12% |
| 252-Period Return | +75.84% | +461.34% |
| 52-Week Low | 49.33 | 47.57 |
| 52-Week High | 125.48 | 125.48 |
| 52-Week Position | 51.57% | 40.75% |
Key levels
AU 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 | 89.77 | 111.94 |
| 20-Period Low | 73.40 | 73.40 |
| 60-Period High | 110.63 | 125.48 |
| 60-Period Low | 73.40 | 41.17 |
Scenarios
AU Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price closes above the confluence of SMA200 (89.56) and the 20-day high (89.77) on above-average volume, extending toward 110.63 (60-day high).
Invalidation
Price falls back below SMA20 (79.98) and then the 20-day low (73.40).
What to watch
MACD histogram continuing to expand; RSI holding above 60; sustained volume above the 20-day average; gold price strength supporting the sector.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between 73.40 (20-day low) and the 89.56 to 89.77 resistance zone.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with rising volume.
What to watch
RSI moving sideways between 40 and 60; MACD histogram hovering near zero; volume normalizing toward the 20-day average.
Bearish
Trigger
Price fails at the 89.56 to 89.77 resistance zone and breaks below SMA20 (79.98), then 73.40 (20-day low), extending the correction toward 49.33 (52-week low).
Invalidation
Price reclaims SMA20 (79.98) and holds above the 20-day low (73.40).
What to watch
MACD histogram turning negative again; RSI dropping below 50; increasing downside volume; gold price breaking key support levels.
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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