CTVA technical analysis
CTVA Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 5, 2026
Market
NYSE (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 3, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
CTVA Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- CTVA
- 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 | 76.04 | August 3, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 76.04 | August 3, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
CTVA Technical Analysis Summary
CTVA (Corteva Inc) is in a sharp corrective pullback after a strong multi-year uptrend. The daily chart turned negative with price at 76.04 breaking below SMA20 (86.11) and SMA50 (81.92), while MACD crossed to a negative histogram and RSI14 dropped to 31.43, approaching oversold. The decline came on above-average volume at 1.96x the 20-day mean, indicating heavy selling participation. Price closed below the lower Bollinger band at 79.29, a short-term oversold condition. On the weekly timeframe, price at 78.71 remains above SMA50 (74.05) and SMA200 (61.10), which keeps the longer-term uptrend intact, though the weekly MACD has just turned marginally negative. The immediate support zone is 75.93 to 74.42, with the daily SMA200 at 75.06 nearby. A sustained reclaim of SMA50 at 81.92 would be the first sign of stabilization, while a weekly close below 74.42 would signal a deeper correction.
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 to bearish. Price at 76.04 has broken below SMA20 (86.11) and SMA50 (81.92) and sits just above SMA200 (75.06). The bullish moving-average stack has been replaced by a corrective structure after the drop from the 90.97 high. A close below the lower Bollinger band signals strong short-term downside pressure.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 31.43 is below the 50 midline and approaching the oversold zone. MACD line at 0.26 has crossed below the signal line at 1.52 with a negative histogram of -1.26, confirming downward momentum.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 2.57 (3.38% of price) reflects wider daily price swings. Bollinger Bands (79.29 to 92.93) show price trading below the lower band, a short-term oversold extension that can precede a bounce but also reflects strong selling.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest daily volume of 7,955,000 is 1.96x the 20-period average (4,051,780), confirming heavy participation in the decline. Elevated volume on down days points to distribution rather than quiet drift.
Assessment
The daily chart has shifted from an uptrend into a corrective phase. Price broke below the key short-term moving averages on rising volume, and momentum indicators have turned negative. The first support zone is 75.93 to 74.42, with the daily SMA200 at 75.06 nearby. A reclaim of SMA50 at 81.92 would be the first sign of stabilization. RSI near 30 and a close below the lower Bollinger band suggest the move is short-term stretched, but no reversal signal has appeared yet.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Neutral. Price at 78.71 is below SMA20 (81.49) but remains above SMA50 (74.05) and SMA200 (61.10). The longer-term uptrend structure is intact, though the weekly pullback is the deepest in the recent advance.
- Momentum
- Neutral. RSI14 at 48.81 is roughly at the 50 midline. MACD line at 2.78 has dipped just below the signal line at 2.82 with a histogram of -0.04, the first weekly negative crossover of the uptrend, but only by a small margin.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 4.49 (5.71% of price) reflects wider weekly ranges during the pullback. Bollinger Bands (74.33 to 88.65) show price trading between the lower band and the middle line.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest weekly volume of 30,393,700 is 1.59x the 20-week average (19,101,595), showing elevated participation during the decline.
Assessment
The weekly timeframe confirms the pullback while preserving the longer-term uptrend. Price remains above the weekly SMA50 and SMA200, and the 252-week return is still strongly positive. The weekly MACD has just turned marginally negative, so the pullback is not yet confirmed as a trend reversal. A weekly close below 74.42 would signal a deeper correction, while holding above the weekly SMA50 at 74.05 keeps the longer-term bullish structure intact.
Key indicators
CTVA Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 31.43 | 48.81 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 0.26 / 1.52 / -1.26 | 2.78 / 2.82 / -0.04 |
| ATR (14) | 2.57 (3.38%) | 4.49 (5.71%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 79.29 - 92.93 | 74.33 - 88.65 |
| SMA (20) | 86.11 | 81.49 |
| SMA (50) | 81.92 | 74.05 |
| SMA (200) | 75.06 | 61.10 |
Price structure
CTVA Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 76.04 | 78.71 |
| 1-Period Return | -3.39% | -11.81% |
| 5-Period Return | -13.18% | -4.73% |
| 20-Period Return | -11.98% | -0.40% |
| 60-Period Return | -6.79% | +10.93% |
| 252-Period Return | +6.44% | +90.42% |
| 52-Week Low | 60.10 | 60.10 |
| 52-Week High | 90.97 | 90.97 |
| 52-Week Position | 51.64% | 60.29% |
Key levels
CTVA 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 | 90.97 | 90.97 |
| 20-Period Low | 75.93 | 74.42 |
| 60-Period High | 90.97 | 90.97 |
| 60-Period Low | 74.42 | 60.10 |
Scenarios
CTVA Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price reclaims SMA50 at 81.92 on the daily and holds above it, then recaptures SMA20 at 86.11. RSI recovering back above 50 would confirm that buyers are returning.
Invalidation
A decisive daily close below 74.42 (60-period low) that keeps the correction in progress.
What to watch
Daily RSI climbing back above 50, volume contracting on down days and expanding on up days, and a weekly close back above the weekly SMA20 at 81.49.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price stabilizes between support at 75.93 to 74.42 and resistance at 81.92 to 86.11 as the market digests the sharp decline.
Invalidation
A decisive close above 86.11 or below 74.42 with expanding volume.
What to watch
RSI oscillating between 30 and 60, Bollinger Bands starting to narrow, and volume returning toward the 20-period average.
Bearish
Trigger
Price closes below 75.93 and then 74.42, taking out the recent swing lows and the daily SMA200 at 75.06. A weekly close below 74.05 (weekly SMA50) would confirm a deeper correction.
Invalidation
Price reclaims SMA50 at 81.92 and holds above 75.93 with confirming volume.
What to watch
Consecutive daily closes below 74.42, daily RSI staying below 40, MACD histogram expanding further negative, and volume remaining elevated on down days.
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 5, 2026.
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