ECL technical analysis

ECL 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

ECL Data Verification

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

Symbol
ECL
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)271.85July 13, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)271.85July 13, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

ECL Technical Analysis Summary

ECL (Ecolab) shows a mixed technical picture. On the daily timeframe, price at 271.85 sits between SMA20 (275.14) above and SMA50 (262.71) below, creating a neutral setup. RSI14 at 50.14 is exactly at the midline with no directional bias. The weekly timeframe is slightly more constructive with price at 274.31 above all key SMAs and a bullish MACD crossover (MACD line 0.76 above signal -1.24, histogram 2.00). However, weekly RSI at 53.31 shows only modest bullish momentum and weekly volume is 33% below average. The 52-week range (242.49 to 307.61) leaves ECL near the middle at 45%, suggesting room to move in either direction. A close above SMA20 (275.14) would strengthen the daily outlook; a break below 261.05 (20-day low) would signal near-term weakness.

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 271.85 is below SMA20 (275.14) but above SMA50 (262.71) and SMA200 (269.50). The SMA50 has crossed above SMA200 recently, a bullish cross, but price failed to sustain above SMA20. The short-term trend is under pressure while the medium-term structure holds.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 50.14 sits exactly on the midline, indicating no clear directional momentum. MACD (3.61) is above the zero line and the MACD line is below the signal line with a negative histogram at -1.21, suggesting slowing upside momentum.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 6.48 (2.38% of price) indicates daily swings of about $6.50. Bollinger Bands (263.49 to 286.79) are moderately wide with price in the lower half, reflecting the recent pullback from the 288.30 high.
Volume
Below average. Latest daily volume of 846,900 is only 51.7% of the 20-period average (1,638,295), suggesting reduced participation and conviction.

Assessment

The daily timeframe is in a consolidation phase following the pullback from the 288.30 high. Price below SMA20 is a near-term concern, but the SMA50/SMA200 bullish cross is a positive medium-term signal. RSI at 50 is neutral, offering no edge. Volume is notably low, which can precede either a continuation or reversal. A close above SMA20 at 275.14 would shift the short-term bias back to bullish.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed with a slightly bullish bias. Price at 274.31 is above SMA20 (267.78), SMA50 (269.75), and SMA200 (219.74). However, SMA20 at 267.78 is below SMA50 at 269.75, preventing a fully bullish aligned structure. The SMA200 at 219.74 is sloping upward, confirming a long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Modestly bullish. RSI14 at 53.31 is above the 50 midline but not strongly so. MACD is constructive: the MACD line at 0.76 is above the signal line at -1.24, and the histogram is positive at 2.00, representing a bullish crossover that occurred recently.
Volatility
Moderate to elevated. ATR14 at 13.34 (4.86% of price) reflects weekly swings of about $13.34, consistent with the recent volatility around the June 2026 highs.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 5,222,600 is 67.4% of the 20-week average (7,750,520), indicating below-normal participation in the recent pullback.

Assessment

The weekly timeframe shows a stock in a long-term uptrend (price above upward-sloping SMA200) that is experiencing a short-term pullback. The bullish MACD crossover is a positive technical signal. However, the SMA20/SMA50 relationship (SMA20 below SMA50) and below-average volume suggest the pullback may need more time to resolve. The 52-week position at 48.87% reinforces the neutral-to-slightly-bullish characterization.

Key indicators

ECL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)50.1453.31
MACD (12, 26, 9)3.61 / 4.82 / -1.210.76 / -1.24 / 2.00
ATR (14)6.48 (2.38%)13.34 (4.86%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)263.49 - 286.79240.37 - 295.18
SMA (20)275.14267.78
SMA (50)262.71269.75
SMA (200)269.50219.74

Price structure

ECL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price271.85274.31
1-Period Return-0.90%-3.19%
5-Period Return-4.18%+6.62%
20-Period Return+3.40%-9.33%
60-Period Return+0.82%+7.26%
252-Period Return+2.98%N/A
52-Week Low242.49242.49
52-Week High307.61307.61
52-Week Position45.09%48.87%

Key levels

ECL Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High288.30307.61
20-Period Low261.05242.49
60-Period High288.30307.61
60-Period Low242.49242.49

Scenarios

ECL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price closes above SMA20 at 275.14 and sustains above the 20-day high of 288.30.

Invalidation

Price falls below the 20-day low of 261.05.

What to watch

Sustained close above SMA20 (275.14); RSI crossing above 55 on the daily; increasing volume.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between 261.05 support and 288.30 resistance.

Invalidation

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

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 60; volume remaining below average levels.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 261.05 and then the 60-day low at 242.49.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 (275.14) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA50 (262.71); RSI breaking below 40; accelerating downside volume.

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.