DAL technical analysis

DAL Technical Analysis

Analysis date

July 14, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

July 13, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

DAL Data Verification

Cross-validating the latest completed daily bar across independent sources.

Symbol
DAL
Market
NYSE
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Latest completed bar
July 13, 2026

No adjustment factor (adjusted close equals raw close, factor 1.0). No stock splits or dividend adjustments affecting the analysis period.

SourceLatest CloseDateDifferenceStatus
Yahoo Finance Chart API (primary)86.19July 13, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)86.19July 13, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

DAL Technical Analysis Summary

DAL shows a bullish uptrend on the weekly timeframe with price trading above all key moving averages, while the daily chart shows a short-term pullback from the 52-week high. The daily RSI at 50.70 sits at the neutral midline, and the MACD histogram has turned negative (-0.96), suggesting the near-term pullback may have more room. The weekly RSI at 64.68 remains in bullish territory with a positive MACD histogram (1.77), confirming the broader uptrend is intact. Key support is at the SMA50 of 80.28 and the 20-period low of 80.73. A sustained close above the 20-period high of 95.44 would signal renewed upside momentum; a break below 80.28 would suggest 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 (July 13, 2026)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 86.19 trades below SMA20 (88.19) but above SMA50 (80.28) and SMA200 (68.53). The SMA20 remains above SMA50 and SMA200, reflecting a medium-term bullish alignment, but the recent break below SMA20 signals short-term weakness.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 50.70 is exactly at the midline, indicating no clear directional bias. MACD at 2.34 with signal at 3.30 and a negative histogram of -0.96 confirms bearish crossover, suggesting downward momentum in the near term.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 3.00 (3.48% of price) reflects typical daily movement for an airline stock. Bollinger Bands (80.67 to 95.71) show price near the middle band, consistent with the consolidation after the recent pullback from the upper band.
Volume
Near average. Latest volume of 8,570,100 is 96.3% of the 20-period average (8,902,450), indicating normal participation during the pullback phase.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a short-term pullback within a broader uptrend. Price has broken below the SMA20 after rallying to 95.44, and the negative MACD histogram suggests selling pressure is still present. The RSI at the 50 midline provides no clear signal. A recovery above SMA20 (88.19) would indicate the pullback is losing steam.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 87.39 trades above SMA20 (73.58), SMA50 (67.05), and SMA200 (49.05). All moving averages are sloping upward in a bullish alignment, confirming a strong medium-to-long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 64.68 is in bullish territory and well below the overbought threshold of 70. MACD at 6.56 with signal at 4.78 and a positive histogram of 1.77 confirms bullish momentum is still building on the weekly scale.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 6.43 (7.35% of price) reflects higher-than-average weekly ranges, consistent with the strong uptrend and recent sharp price movements.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 43,863,600 is 88.7% of the 20-week average (49,474,965), indicating normal participation during the ongoing uptrend.

Assessment

The weekly chart confirms a strong bullish trend. Price has rallied from the 52-week low of 49.90 to the current 87.39, nearly doubling. The RSI at 64.68 has room to run before reaching overbought levels. The positive MACD histogram confirms momentum is on the bulls side. The pullback on the daily chart appears to be a normal correction within a powerful weekly uptrend.

Key indicators

DAL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)50.7064.68
MACD (12, 26, 9)2.34 / 3.30 / -0.966.56 / 4.78 / 1.77
ATR (14)3.00 (3.48%)6.43 (7.35%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)80.67 - 95.7153.20 - 93.97
SMA (20)88.1973.58
SMA (50)80.2867.05
SMA (200)68.5349.05

Price structure

DAL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price86.1987.39
1-Period Return-1.37%-5.55%
5-Period Return-5.76%+10.31%
20-Period Return+5.59%+26.84%
60-Period Return+20.34%+74.11%
252-Period Return+54.00%+130.02%
52-Week Low49.9049.90
52-Week High95.4495.53
52-Week Position79.68%82.16%

Key levels

DAL Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High95.4495.53
20-Period Low80.7355.00
60-Period High95.4495.53
60-Period Low65.4844.63

Scenarios

DAL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and holds above the 20-period high of 95.44 with above-average volume, confirming the daily pullback is over.

Invalidation

Price fails at resistance near 95.44 and drops back below SMA20 (88.19).

What to watch

Sustained close above 95.44; daily RSI recovering above 60; MACD histogram turning positive on the daily chart.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between the SMA50 support at 80.28 and the 52-week high resistance at 95.44.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with above-average volume.

What to watch

RSI oscillating between 40 and 60; MACD histogram flattening near zero; volume declining as the pullback stabilizes.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the SMA50 support at 80.28 and the 20-period low at 80.73 with above-average volume.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 (88.19) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained close below 80.28; daily RSI dropping below 40; weekly RSI declining below 50.

Methodology

Methodology and Limitations

This technical analysis uses adjusted closing prices from Yahoo Finance (primary) and Finviz (independent cross-validation). The daily analysis covers approximately 2 years (500 completed bars) ending July 13, 2026. The weekly analysis covers approximately 5 years (261 completed bars) ending the week of July 6, 2026. Prices are adjusted for dividends and stock splits using the adjusted close/raw close ratio. Volume data is from the primary source and may not match other data providers. Technical indicators include SMA, RSI, MACD, ATR, and Bollinger Bands using standard parameters. Key levels are identified from recent swing highs and lows. Technical analysis studies historical price patterns and does not constitute investment advice. It should not be used as the sole basis for trading decisions.

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.

Data sourced from Yahoo Finance (primary) and Finviz (independent cross-validation). Data cutoffs: daily July 13, 2026, weekly July 6, 2026 week. Generated July 14, 2026.