CVX technical analysis

CVX 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

CVX Data Verification

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

Symbol
CVX
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 series193.18August 3, 2026-Verified
Verification series193.18August 3, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

CVX Technical Analysis Summary

CVX displays a bullish technical structure across timeframes. On the daily chart, price at 193.18 trades above SMA20 (186.60), SMA50 (182.79), and SMA200 (173.58) in a bullish moving average alignment, with a positive MACD histogram at 0.77 and RSI at 60.31. The weekly chart is also bullish, with price at 196.83 above its SMA20 (186.75), SMA50 (170.11), and SMA200 (149.13), although the weekly MACD histogram is marginally negative at -0.13. CVX sits at 71.6% of its 52-week range on the daily timeframe and 76.9% on the weekly timeframe. The stock gained 14.9% over the last 20 daily sessions and 15.1% over the last 5 weeks. Immediate resistance sits at 197.69 (20-day high), then 198.87 (60-day high) and 212.76 (52-week high). Key support is at 186.60 (daily SMA20), 182.79 (daily SMA50), and 170.00 (20-day low). A close above 198.87 would extend the breakout; a break below 170.00 would undermine the bullish setup.

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 193.18 is above SMA20 (186.60), SMA50 (182.79), and SMA200 (173.58), with the moving averages stacked in a bullish order (SMA20 above SMA50 above SMA200). SMA200 continues to slope upward, confirming the longer-term uptrend. The latest completed session pulled back 1.85% after the recent advance.
Momentum
Mildly bullish. RSI14 at 60.31 is above the 50 midline and below the overbought threshold of 70. MACD at 4.02 is above the signal line at 3.25, and the histogram is positive at 0.77, consistent with upward momentum that is not yet stretched.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 4.31 (2.23% of price) reflects typical daily swings for CVX. Bollinger Bands span 172.26 to 200.94, with price trading in the upper portion of the band after the recent advance.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 9,541,600 is 126% of the 20-period average (7,570,690), showing participation behind the recent move.

Assessment

The daily chart is constructively bullish. Price holds above all major moving averages with a positive MACD histogram and above-average volume. The 14.9% gain over the last 20 sessions pushed price toward the upper Bollinger Band and the 20-day high at 197.69. The pullback on the latest completed session was modest. A close above 197.69 would open the path toward the 60-day high at 198.87, while a break below the daily SMA20 at 186.60 would signal a loss of short-term momentum.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 196.83 is above SMA20 (186.75), SMA50 (170.11), and SMA200 (149.13) in a bullish alignment. The 5-week return of +15.06% shows the advance has been strong. Price remains well above the long-term SMA200, which continues to slope upward.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 61.12 is above the 50 midline but below overbought. MACD at 4.08 sits just below the signal line at 4.20, with a marginally negative histogram of -0.13, indicating the weekly advance is consolidating rather than accelerating.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 10.19 (5.18% of price) reflects typical weekly ranges for an energy producer.
Volume
Below average. Latest weekly volume of 39,480,300 is 79% of the 20-week average (49,994,570), suggesting the latest completed week traded with reduced participation.

Assessment

The weekly chart shows a bullish longer-term structure with price above all major moving averages. The slightly negative MACD histogram suggests momentum is pausing after the strong 15.1% five-week advance. Price trades near the upper part of the weekly Bollinger range at 206.32. Sustained closes above the weekly SMA20 at 186.75 would keep the structure intact, while the 20-week low at 164.78 marks the key downside reference.

Key indicators

CVX Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)60.3161.12
MACD (12, 26, 9)4.02 / 3.25 / 0.774.08 / 4.20 / -0.13
ATR (14)4.31 (2.23%)10.19 (5.18%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)172.26 - 200.94167.18 - 206.32
SMA (20)186.60186.75
SMA (50)182.79170.11
SMA (200)173.58149.13

Price structure

CVX Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price193.18196.83
1-Period Return-1.85%+1.05%
5-Period Return+1.67%+15.06%
20-Period Return+14.92%+0.92%
60-Period Return+5.29%+46.26%
252-Period Return+32.73%+128.54%
52-Week Low143.75143.75
52-Week High212.76212.76
52-Week Position71.62%76.91%

Key levels

CVX Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High197.69212.76
20-Period Low170.00164.78
60-Period High198.87212.76
60-Period Low164.78134.07

Scenarios

CVX Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price closes above the 20-day high at 197.69 and then the 60-day high at 198.87 on rising volume, with the weekly MACD histogram turning positive.

Invalidation

Price breaks below the daily SMA20 at 186.60 and then the 20-day low at 170.00.

What to watch

Sustained close above 198.87; RSI holding above 60 on both timeframes; daily and weekly MACD histograms positive; volume above the 20-period average.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between support near 182.79 (daily SMA50) and resistance at 197.69 to 198.87 after the recent advance.

Invalidation

A decisive close beyond either boundary with expanding volume.

What to watch

RSI oscillating between 50 and 65; MACD histograms hovering near zero; Bollinger Bands flattening; volume moderating toward the average.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the daily SMA20 at 186.60 and then the 20-day low at 170.00, followed by a break of the daily SMA50 at 182.79.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the daily SMA20 at 186.60 and the weekly SMA20 at 186.75 and holds above them.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA20; daily RSI dropping below 50; weekly MACD histogram turning more negative; increasing downside volume.

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.