HMC technical analysis

HMC Technical Analysis

Analysis date

August 6, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

August 5, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

HMC Data Verification

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

Symbol
HMC
Market
NYSE
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 series30.60August 5, 2026-Verified
Verification series30.60August 5, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

HMC Technical Analysis Summary

HMC (Honda Motor Co.) has turned more constructive after a strong recent rally. On the daily chart, price at 30.60 has climbed above SMA20 (28.95), SMA50 (27.74), and SMA200 (28.18), with RSI14 at 64.42 reflecting positive momentum without an overbought extreme. The daily MACD line at 0.82 is above its signal at 0.71 with a positive histogram, confirming improving short-term momentum. The weekly chart is even more momentum-driven: price at 30.11 sits above all weekly moving averages and above the upper Bollinger Band (29.59), while the weekly MACD histogram at +0.58 is expanding. The main caveat is the moving-average structure, where SMA200 remains above SMA50 on both timeframes, so the trend has not yet formed a clean bullish alignment. Immediate resistance is at 31.06 (20-week high) and 31.89 (20-day high), with the 52-week high at 34.89 further above. Support sits near 28.18 to 27.50 (daily SMA200 to 20-day low). A pullback toward support would be a normal development after the recent run, and a sustained move above 31.89 would open the path toward the upper end of the range.

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
Bullish leaning but structurally mixed. Price at 30.60 is above SMA20 (28.95, +5.70%), SMA50 (27.74, +10.31%), and SMA200 (28.18, +8.59%). The moving average stack is not a clean bullish alignment because SMA200 sits above SMA50, reflecting the recovery that has lifted SMA20 above the intermediate average while the longer-term average is still catching up. The structure supports an improving trend, with confirmation pending on the average ordering.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 64.42 is above the 50 midline and approaching but not yet at overbought territory. MACD line at 0.82 is above the signal line at 0.71, and the histogram at +0.10 is positive, reflecting building upward momentum.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 0.72 (2.35% of price) reflects average daily movement of about 2.4%. Bollinger Bands (26.81 to 31.09) show price trading in the upper portion of the range, consistent with the recent strength.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 1,755,300 is 154.8% of the 20-period average (1,134,000), indicating strong participation on the latest up session.

Assessment

The daily chart shows HMC moving from a sideways phase into an uptrend after a strong multi-week advance. Price is above all three moving averages, RSI is positive but not overbought, and the MACD is bullish. The 20-period and 60-period returns of +10.35% and +24.85% show how fast the move developed, while the 252-period return is still slightly negative at -3.50%. The 52-week position at 63.14% reflects a stock now in the upper-middle portion of its annual range. A breakout above the 20-day high at 31.89 would be the next constructive step, while a hold above SMA20 (28.95) keeps the improving structure intact.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed but improving. Price at 30.11 is above SMA20 (26.14, +15.19%), SMA50 (28.99, +3.86%), and SMA200 (28.41, +5.98%). SMA20 is still the lowest of the three averages, showing that the 20-week average has not yet caught up to the sharp rally, while SMA50 and SMA200 are converging. The strong weekly gain of +6.92% has pushed price above the upper Bollinger Band, reflecting an overextended short-term move within a recovering structure.
Momentum
Bullish and expanding. RSI14 at 64.08 is above the 50 midline. MACD line at 0.07 is above the signal line at -0.51, with the histogram at +0.58 strongly positive, indicating that weekly momentum is building.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 1.55 (5.16% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges, consistent with the sharp move higher. Bollinger Bands (22.69 to 29.59) are wide, and price is trading above the upper band.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 7,448,000 is 86.0% of the 20-week average (8,659,265), indicating the rally has run on moderate participation so far.

Assessment

The weekly chart shows a marked improvement in HMC. Price has broken above all weekly moving averages and the upper Bollinger Band after a multi-week advance, with the weekly MACD histogram expanding. The weekly returns of +12.23% over 5 periods and +16.80% over 20 periods show broad-based strength, and the 252-period return has turned positive at +12.51%. The stock is now approaching the 20-week high at 31.06, and a weekly close above it would target the 60-week high at 34.89. The main risk is overextension: with price above the upper Bollinger Band, a pause or pullback toward SMA50 (28.99) would be a normal correction rather than a trend break.

Key indicators

HMC Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)64.4264.08
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.82 / 0.71 / +0.100.07 / -0.51 / +0.58
ATR (14)0.72 (2.35%)1.55 (5.16%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)26.81 - 31.0922.69 - 29.59
SMA (20)28.9526.14
SMA (50)27.7428.99
SMA (200)28.1828.41

Price structure

HMC Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price30.6030.11
1-Period Return+1.59%+6.92%
5-Period Return-0.26%+12.23%
20-Period Return+10.35%+16.80%
60-Period Return+24.85%+2.98%
252-Period Return-3.50%+12.51%
52-Week Low23.2523.25
52-Week High34.8934.89
52-Week Position63.14%58.93%

Key levels

HMC Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High31.8931.06
20-Period Low27.5023.25
60-Period High31.8934.89
60-Period Low23.8023.25

Scenarios

HMC Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and holds above the 20-day high at 31.89 on above-average volume, extending toward the 52-week high at 34.89.

Invalidation

Price falls back below SMA20 (28.95) and breaks the 20-day low at 27.50.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 60; MACD histogram continuing to expand; weekly RSI staying above 55; volume remaining elevated on up days.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price consolidates between support near 27.50 to 28.20 and resistance near 31.06 to 31.89, digesting the recent rally.

Invalidation

A decisive break above 31.89 or below 27.50 with rising volume.

What to watch

RSI easing into the 50 to 65 zone; MACD histogram flattening; volume returning toward average levels; SMAs flattening out.

Bearish

Trigger

Price fails to hold above 31.89 and breaks below the 20-day low at 27.50, pulling back toward SMA50 (27.74) and then the 60-day low at 23.80.

Invalidation

Price reclaims and holds above SMA20 (28.95).

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; MACD histogram turning negative; weekly price closing back below SMA50 (28.99); volume expanding on down days.

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.