BEN technical analysis

BEN Technical Analysis

Analysis date

August 4, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

August 3, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

BEN Data Verification

Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.

Symbol
BEN
Market
NYSE
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Latest completed bar
August 3, 2026

Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Date and closing-price consistency checks passed for the latest completed daily bar.

Validation seriesLatest CloseDateDifferenceStatus
Calculation series35.24August 3, 2026-Verified
Verification series35.24August 3, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

BEN Technical Analysis Summary

BEN closed at 35.24 on August 3, 2026 after a 4.08% breakout advance on volume about 48% above its 20-day average. The daily trend is bullish with price above the SMA20 at 33.19, SMA50 at 32.49, and SMA200 at 26.65, and the MACD histogram has turned positive at 0.12. The weekly chart confirms the longer-term uptrend with all SMAs sloping up, though the weekly RSI at 70.89 is now in overbought territory. The stock is trading at 98.7% of its 52-week range, just below resistance at 35.43. Key support sits at 33.19 (SMA20) and then 31.73 (20-day low). A close above 35.43 would extend the breakout, while a move back below the SMA20 would signal a pause in the uptrend.

Multi-timeframe dashboard

Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard

Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.

Daily (August 3, 2026)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 35.24 is above SMA20 (33.19), SMA50 (32.49), and SMA200 (26.65), with the moving averages in bullish alignment and the SMA200 sloping upward. The stock has pushed to its highest level in a year.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 66.06 is strong but below the 70 overbought threshold. MACD at 0.33 with signal at 0.21 and a positive histogram of 0.12 confirms upward momentum, with the histogram turning positive on the latest breakout day.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 1.01 (2.86% of price) reflects an average daily range of about 2.9%. Bollinger Bands run from 31.71 to 34.67, and the close at 35.24 finished above the upper band, a sign of a strong momentum thrust that can sometimes lead to short-term consolidation.
Volume
Well above average. Latest volume of 7,390,500 is about 148% of the 20-day average (5,007,845), confirming that the August 3 advance was supported by active participation.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a bullish breakout near the 52-week high. Price closed above the upper Bollinger band with volume at 148% of the 20-day average, and the MACD histogram has turned positive. RSI at 66.06 leaves some room before overbought territory. A sustained close above 35.43 would confirm the breakout, while a pullback that holds above the SMA20 at 33.19 would keep the near-term uptrend intact. A break below 33.19 would indicate that the breakout attempt has stalled.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 33.86 is above SMA20 (29.75), SMA50 (26.04), and SMA200 (22.48), with all moving averages sloping upward and aligned bullishly. The SMA200 has been rising for over a year, confirming a mature long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Bullish but extended. RSI14 at 70.89 is above 70, entering overbought territory, which can precede consolidation or a pullback. MACD at 2.34 with signal at 2.20 and a positive histogram of 0.13 keeps momentum in favor of the uptrend, though the histogram has narrowed compared with earlier weeks.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 1.84 (5.44% of price) reflects normal weekly ranges for a mid-cap asset manager.
Volume
Above average. Weekly volume of 33,300,300 is about 142% of the 20-week average (23,443,415), indicating increased participation during the recent advance.

Assessment

The weekly chart remains in a strong long-term uptrend with all SMAs aligned bullishly and a 52-week position of 92.7%. Note that the weekly series ends with the week of July 27, so its close of 33.86 predates the August 3 daily breakout bar. RSI at 70.89 is in overbought territory, suggesting the advance is extended and a pause or consolidation is possible. The narrowing positive MACD histogram also points to slowing upside momentum. The key question is whether the weekly series can follow the daily series above the prior 34.92 high, or whether overbought conditions lead to a period of sideways trading.

Key indicators

BEN Key Technical Indicators

RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)66.0670.89
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.33 / 0.21 / 0.122.34 / 2.20 / 0.13
ATR (14)1.01 (2.86%)1.84 (5.44%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)31.71 - 34.6722.19 - 37.31
SMA (20)33.1929.75
SMA (50)32.4926.04
SMA (200)26.6522.48

Price structure

BEN Price Structure and Returns

Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price35.2433.86
1-Period Return+4.08%+4.22%
5-Period Return+6.08%+2.98%
20-Period Return+2.32%+43.80%
60-Period Return+14.23%+65.33%
252-Period Return+54.66%+42.81%
52-Week Low20.3220.32
52-Week High35.4334.92
52-Week Position98.74%92.74%

Key levels

BEN Support and Resistance Levels

Key price levels based on recent swing highs and lows across daily and weekly timeframes.

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High35.4334.92
20-Period Low31.7322.03
60-Period High35.4334.92
60-Period Low29.4120.32

Scenarios

BEN Technical Scenarios

Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.

Bullish

Trigger

Price holds above the SMA20 at 33.19 and closes above the 52-week high at 35.43 on sustained volume.

Invalidation

A close back below the 20-day low at 31.73.

What to watch

Volume on the attempt above 35.43; daily RSI holding above 60; weekly RSI cooling below 70 before another push higher.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price consolidates between support at 31.73 (20-day low) and resistance at 35.43 (52-week high).

Invalidation

A decisive close beyond either boundary.

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 70 on the daily chart; volume returning toward the 20-day average; price holding above the SMA50 at 32.49.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the SMA20 at 33.19 and then the 20-day low at 31.73.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 at 33.19 and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained closes below 31.73; rising downside volume; the daily MACD histogram turning negative and the weekly MACD histogram following.

Methodology

Methodology and Limitations

This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 3, 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 3, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 4, 2026.