DG technical analysis

DG 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

DG Data Verification

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

Symbol
DG
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 series127.72August 3, 2026-Verified
Verification series127.72August 3, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

DG Technical Analysis Summary

DG shows a recovering technical setup as of the August 3, 2026 daily cutoff. The daily chart has price at 127.72 above SMA20 (122.17), SMA50 (115.35), and SMA200 (122.34), with RSI at 61.06 and a positive MACD histogram. The stock is trading at the 54.0th percentile of its 52-week range, still below the 156.68 high. The weekly chart shows price at 127.05 above SMA20 (115.92) and SMA50 (119.46) but still below the declining SMA200 (130.63), with RSI at 55.12 and a positive MACD histogram. Daily and weekly momentum have turned constructive after the recovery from the 93.78 low, but the weekly structure remains capped by the SMA200. A sustained break above the 131.25 daily high would open the path toward the weekly 20-period high at 134.17 and the SMA200 zone; a drop back below SMA20 at 122.17 would suggest the advance is stalling.

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
Constructive short-term trend. Price at 127.72 is above SMA20 (122.17), SMA50 (115.35), and SMA200 (122.34). The SMA200 is roughly flat while the shorter averages are rising, so the moving-average alignment is not yet fully bullish, but price reclaiming all three averages reflects improved short-term structure. The stock has rallied strongly off the 20-period low near 113.20 after the deeper low at 99.06 over the past 60 sessions.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 61.06 is above the 50 midline, showing positive short-term momentum without being overbought. MACD at 3.10 with signal at 2.72 and a positive histogram of 0.38 confirms the bullish momentum is intact. RSI still has room before reaching the overbought 70 threshold.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 4.27 (3.34% of price) reflects normal daily swings for a retail stock. Bollinger Bands (112.98 to 131.36) have widened, and price at 127.72 is trading in the upper half of the bands, consistent with the recent advance. The upper band near 131.36 aligns with the 20-period high at 131.25, forming a resistance cluster.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 1,953,600 is 82.2% of the 20-period average (2,377,005). The advance has so far been driven by modest participation, so volume needs to expand on up days to confirm the move.

Assessment

The daily chart is constructive but needs confirmation. Price above all three key moving averages with positive RSI and MACD favors the bulls, but the latest bar closed on below-average volume and the stock is approaching the 131.25 resistance, which also aligns with the upper Bollinger Band. A breakout above 131.25 on above-average volume would confirm continued upside; a retreat below SMA20 at 122.17 would signal the momentum has faded.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 127.05 is above SMA20 (115.92) and SMA50 (119.46) but below SMA200 (130.63). The SMA200 continues to slope downward, reflecting the structural downtrend from the 156.68 high. The most recent completed week gained 8.38%, while the 252-week return of -33.96% captures the longer-term decline.
Momentum
Improving. RSI14 at 55.12 is above the 50 midline. MACD at -0.52 is still below zero, but the signal at -1.78 with a positive histogram of 1.26 shows a bullish crossover has developed, suggesting the bearish momentum is fading.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 9.92 (7.81% of price) reflects wide weekly swings, common during a trend transition. Bollinger Bands (102.04 to 129.80) are wide, and the strong 8.38% weekly gain pushed price toward the upper band.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 10,005,900 is 63.6% of the 20-week average (15,738,465), indicating the recovery has yet to attract heavy participation on the weekly timeframe.

Assessment

The weekly chart is transitioning from a downtrend toward a potential base. Price has reclaimed SMA20 and SMA50, and the positive MACD histogram marks the first sustained improvement since the decline from 156.68. The decisive test is the declining SMA200 at 130.63 and the weekly 20-period high at 134.17. A weekly close above that zone would be a stronger reversal signal, while a failure near SMA200 would keep the range intact.

Key indicators

DG Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)61.0655.12
MACD (12, 26, 9)3.10 / 2.72 / 0.38-0.52 / -1.78 / 1.26
ATR (14)4.27 (3.34%)9.92 (7.81%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)112.98 - 131.36102.04 - 129.80
SMA (20)122.17115.92
SMA (50)115.35119.46
SMA (200)122.34130.63

Price structure

DG Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price127.72127.05
1-Period Return+0.53%+8.38%
5-Period Return+3.65%+6.85%
20-Period Return+10.41%-2.68%
60-Period Return+10.31%+14.81%
252-Period Return+24.23%-33.96%
52-Week Low93.7893.78
52-Week High156.68156.68
52-Week Position53.95%52.89%

Key levels

DG Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High131.25134.17
20-Period Low113.2099.06
60-Period High131.25156.68
60-Period Low99.0693.78

Scenarios

DG Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and holds above the 131.25 resistance (the 20-period high on the daily chart) on above-average volume, confirming the recovery and targeting the weekly SMA200 at 130.63, the weekly 20-period high at 134.17, and the 156.68 52-week high in stages.

Invalidation

Price fails to hold above the SMA20 at 122.17 and drops back below the 20-period low at 113.20.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 50; MACD histogram expanding; volume rising on up days; weekly price reclaiming and holding above SMA200 at 130.63; weekly RSI climbing above 60.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between the SMA20 support at 122.17 and the 131.25 resistance as the stock consolidates after the sharp recovery.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either the 122.17 support or the 131.25 resistance with above-average volume.

What to watch

RSI moving between 50 and 65 on the daily; Bollinger Bands narrowing; ATR declining as volatility compresses.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks and closes below SMA20 at 122.17 on above-average volume, signaling the recovery has stalled and opening a retest of the 20-period low at 113.20 and then the 60-period low at 99.06.

Invalidation

Price holds above SMA20 (122.17) and reclaims the 131.25 level, reversing the bearish signal.

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; MACD histogram turning negative; volume expanding on down days; weekly RSI slipping below 45.

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.