CAT technical analysis
CAT 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
CAT Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- CAT
- 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 series | Latest Close | Date | Difference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calculation series | 830.03 | August 3, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 830.03 | August 3, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
CAT Technical Analysis Summary
CAT technical analysis shows a sharp correction after a strong multi-year rally. The daily chart is below both SMA20 (883.89) and SMA50 (917.87) with RSI at 39.66 and a negative MACD histogram, while the weekly chart has pulled back below SMA20 (860.15) with RSI back to neutral at 49.46 and a negative MACD histogram. Price is down 14.26% over 20 daily sessions and 18.16% over the last five weeks, but it remains well above the rising SMA200 on both timeframes, keeping the longer-term uptrend intact. Key support is the 20-day and 60-day low at 776.00, with the weekly 20-week low at 662.08 further below. Resistance sits at SMA20 (883.89), SMA50 (917.87), the 20-day high at 981.34, and the 52-week high at 1071.47. A daily close back above SMA20 would signal the pullback is stabilizing; losing 776.00 could open a test of the 662 to 690 zone.
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
- Mixed. Price at 830.03 is below SMA20 (883.89) and SMA50 (917.87) but above SMA200 (737.11). The short-term averages are declining while SMA200 remains upward sloping, a typical pullback configuration within a longer-term uptrend. The loss of SMA20 and SMA50 has shifted the near-term bias lower.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 39.66 is below the 50 midline and approaching oversold territory without yet reaching 30. MACD at -32.44 is below the signal line at -23.59 with a negative histogram of -8.85, confirming persistent downside momentum in the near term.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 40.71 (4.90% of price) reflects above-average daily swings. Bollinger Bands (788.54 to 979.24) are wide with price below the middle band at 883.89 and nearer the lower band, consistent with a sharp corrective phase.
- Volume
- Slightly above average. Latest volume of 3,302,800 is 109.2% of the 20-period average (3,025,080), indicating participation picked up during the recent decline.
Assessment
The daily chart is in a clear corrective phase after a strong uptrend. Price has lost both SMA20 and SMA50 and sits 14.26% below its level 20 sessions ago, with RSI at 39.66 and a negative MACD histogram. The first key support is the 20-day and 60-day low at 776.00, with SMA200 at 737.11 below it. A daily close back above SMA20 at 883.89 would be the earliest sign that the pullback is losing momentum.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed. Price at 814.81 is below SMA20 (860.15) but above SMA50 (689.70) and SMA200 (395.14). The long-term averages remain strongly upward sloping, while the shorter SMA20 has rolled over, reflecting a high-volatility correction inside a multi-year uptrend.
- Momentum
- Neutral to bearish. RSI14 at 49.46 has fallen from overbought levels back to the 50 midline. MACD at 62.04 is below the signal line at 78.88 with a negative histogram of -16.84, showing momentum has turned down after a prolonged advance.
- Volatility
- High. ATR14 at 73.13 (8.97% of price) reflects very wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (683.49 to 1036.80) are wide with price below the middle band at 860.15, consistent with a sharp weekly decline.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest weekly volume of 18,853,800 is 136.1% of the 20-week average (13,858,055), indicating heavy participation in the selloff.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows a sharp pullback from the 1071.47 peak. Price is still well above SMA50 and SMA200, and the longer-term uptrend remains intact, but momentum has turned negative with the MACD histogram below zero and RSI back to neutral. The 20-week low at 662.08 is the main trend-based support, with SMA50 at 689.70 nearby. Stabilization above these levels would keep the multi-year uptrend intact.
Key indicators
CAT Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 39.66 | 49.46 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -32.44 / -23.59 / -8.85 | 62.04 / 78.88 / -16.84 |
| ATR (14) | 40.71 (4.90%) | 73.13 (8.97%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 788.54 - 979.24 | 683.49 - 1036.80 |
| SMA (20) | 883.89 | 860.15 |
| SMA (50) | 917.87 | 689.70 |
| SMA (200) | 737.11 | 395.14 |
Price structure
CAT Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 830.03 | 814.81 |
| 1-Period Return | +1.87% | -8.32% |
| 5-Period Return | -4.95% | -18.16% |
| 20-Period Return | -14.26% | +17.85% |
| 60-Period Return | -10.29% | +133.52% |
| 252-Period Return | +91.20% | +356.95% |
| 52-Week Low | 401.84 | 401.84 |
| 52-Week High | 1071.47 | 1071.47 |
| 52-Week Position | 63.94% | 61.67% |
Key levels
CAT 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 | 981.34 | 1071.47 |
| 20-Period Low | 776.00 | 662.08 |
| 60-Period High | 1071.47 | 1071.47 |
| 60-Period Low | 776.00 | 349.49 |
Scenarios
CAT Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price holds above the 20-day and 60-day low at 776.00 and reclaims SMA20 at 883.89 with improving momentum, starting a recovery within the longer-term uptrend.
Invalidation
A decisive close below 776.00 on above-average volume.
What to watch
Daily RSI crossing back above 50; MACD histogram narrowing toward zero; a daily close above SMA20 (883.89); weekly RSI holding above 45.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between support at 776.00 and resistance at 883.89 (SMA20) and 917.87 (SMA50) as the market digests the recent decline.
Invalidation
A close above 917.87 or below 776.00 with increasing volume.
What to watch
RSI fluctuating between 35 and 55; MACD histogram flattening; volume normalizing toward the 20-period average; Bollinger Bands beginning to contract.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below 776.00 and fails to hold, opening a test of the weekly 20-week low at 662.08 and SMA50 support near 689.70.
Invalidation
Price reclaims SMA20 at 883.89 and holds above it with strong volume.
What to watch
Sustained closes below 776.00; daily RSI staying below 40; weekly RSI dropping below 40; continued heavy weekly volume; a weekly close below SMA50 at 689.70.
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.
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