FANG technical analysis

FANG Technical Analysis

Analysis date

August 6, 2026

Market

NasdaqGS (USD)

Daily cutoff

August 5, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

FANG Data Verification

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

Symbol
FANG
Market
NasdaqGS
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Latest completed bar
August 5, 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 series186.17August 5, 2026-Verified
Verification series186.17August 5, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

FANG Technical Analysis Summary

FANG (Diamondback Energy Inc.) shows a longer-term bullish structure with the weekly chart above SMA20 (192.10), SMA50 (167.42), and SMA200 (152.83) and weekly RSI14 at 60.07. The daily chart weakened after a 2.97% decline on August 5 pulled price to 186.17, below both SMA20 (194.81) and SMA50 (191.20), while it still holds above SMA200 (173.26). Daily RSI14 at 43.11 and a more negative MACD histogram at -0.90 reflect fading near-term momentum near the 210.55 area. Key resistance is at 210.55 (20-day high) and 213.34 (52-week high). Key support is at 180.74 (20-day low) and 170.10 (60-day low). The daily outlook is mixed to weak until price reclaims SMA50, while the weekly outlook remains bullish. A close above 210.55 would signal bullish continuation; a break below 180.74 would indicate 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 (August 5, 2026)

Trend
Mixed to weak. Price at 186.17 sits below SMA20 (194.81) and SMA50 (191.20) after the August 5 decline, but holds above SMA200 (173.26). The 2.97% drop took price below the 50-period average, so the medium-term uptrend has been challenged, while the upward-sloping SMA200 keeps the longer-term trend intact. The pullback from the 210.55 area has extended further than the earlier shallow dips.
Momentum
Negative. RSI14 at 43.11 sits below the 50 midpoint and has rolled over from the readings seen in late July. MACD at 1.59 is below the signal line at 2.49 with a negative histogram at -0.90, indicating momentum has cooled after the bounce from the June lows. Neither reading is at oversold extremes.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 6.62 (3.55% of price) reflects normal daily swings for an energy producer. Bollinger Bands (181.37 to 208.25) place price in the lower third of the band after the drop, with band width suggesting normal volatility conditions.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 2.37 million is 1.20x the 20-period average (1.97 million), showing moderately elevated participation on the down day. Volume is measured on the same calculation series throughout, as reporting venues can differ in coverage.

Assessment

The daily chart turned weaker after the August 5 decline pushed price below both SMA20 (194.81) and SMA50 (191.20), though price remains above SMA200 (173.26). RSI sits at 43.11 and the MACD histogram is negative at -0.90, reflecting fading near-term momentum near the 210.55 area. A recovery back above SMA50 would stabilize the near-term picture, while a move back above SMA20 would turn it constructive. A break below the 20-day low at 180.74 would shift the outlook to weakness.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 202.95 is above SMA20 (192.10), SMA50 (167.42), and SMA200 (152.83). The upward-sloping SMA200 confirms the long-term uptrend, and price remains well above the structural support zone. Pullbacks have been contained above the rising averages throughout the advance.
Momentum
Positive but cooling. RSI14 at 60.07 remains in bullish territory, though it has pulled back from the higher readings seen earlier in the year. MACD at 7.17 sits just below the signal line at 7.57 with a slightly negative histogram at -0.41, indicating momentum has stalled near the 52-week high rather than rolled over.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 14.36 (7.07% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges, typical for a stock sensitive to crude oil prices. Bollinger Bands (173.72 to 210.47) show price in the upper half of the band, consistent with the strong multi-week advance.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume is 0.74x the 20-week average (12.67 million), suggesting the advance is progressing without heavy distribution. Volume is measured on the same calculation series throughout, as reporting venues can differ in coverage.

Assessment

The weekly chart confirms the longer-term uptrend with price above SMA20, SMA50, and SMA200. RSI at 60.07 is constructive, and the mild negative MACD histogram reflects consolidation near the 213.34 high rather than a reversal. As long as price holds above SMA20 at 192.10, the weekly outlook remains bullish. A weekly close above 213.34 would extend the uptrend.

Key indicators

FANG Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)43.1160.07
MACD (12, 26, 9)1.59 / 2.49 / -0.907.17 / 7.57 / -0.41
ATR (14)6.62 (3.55%)14.36 (7.07%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)181.37 - 208.25173.72 - 210.47
SMA (20)194.81192.10
SMA (50)191.20167.42
SMA (200)173.26152.83

Price structure

FANG Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price186.17202.95
1-Period Return-2.97%-0.85%
5-Period Return-6.51%+12.81%
20-Period Return-0.23%+11.90%
60-Period Return-0.80%+48.11%
252-Period Return+29.23%+152.31%
52-Week Low131.86131.86
52-Week High213.34213.34
52-Week Position66.66%87.25%

Key levels

FANG Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High210.55213.34
20-Period Low180.74169.62
60-Period High211.69213.34
60-Period Low170.10131.27

Scenarios

FANG Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price regains SMA50 (191.20) and SMA20 (194.81), then breaks and sustains above 210.55 (20-day high), opening a move toward 211.69 and 213.34 (52-week high).

Invalidation

Price falls back below the 20-day low at 180.74 and the 60-day low at 170.10.

What to watch

Daily MACD histogram turning positive; RSI moving back above 50; a weekly close above 213.34; volume confirming on up days.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between the 180.74 to 170.10 support zone and the 210.55 to 213.34 resistance zone.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with expanding volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 35 and 50 on the daily chart; MACD histogram hovering near zero; Bollinger Bands compressing; volume settling near the 20-period average.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below 180.74 (20-day low) and then 170.10 (60-day low), signaling renewed weakness.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA50 (191.20) and SMA20 (194.81) and holds above both.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA50 (191.20); rising downside volume; RSI breaking below 35; weekly MACD histogram turning more negative.

Methodology

Methodology and Limitations

This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 5, 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 5, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 6, 2026.