J technical analysis

J 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

J Data Verification

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

Symbol
J
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 series144.67August 5, 2026-Verified
Verification series144.67August 5, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

J Technical Analysis Summary

J (Jacobs Solutions) has staged a strong recovery from its correction low. On the daily chart, price closed at 144.67 on August 5, 2026, above the SMA20 (133.14), SMA50 (127.25), and SMA200 (133.20), with a positive MACD histogram and RSI at 69.58 approaching the overbought threshold. Volume at 1.66 times the 20-period average confirms participation behind the rally, though the close above the upper Bollinger Band points to an extended short-term move. The weekly chart is more neutral, with price at 134.93 above the SMA20 (125.04) and SMA200 (118.66) but below the SMA50 (135.20), while the weekly MACD histogram has turned strongly positive, signaling improving longer-term momentum. Key resistance is at the 60-period high of 151.98 and the 52-week high of 167.07. Key support is at the SMA20 of 133.14, the 20-period low of 124.47, and the 60-period low of 105.35. A sustained close above 151.98 would signal a push toward new highs; a break below the SMA20 at 133.14 would put the recovery on watch.

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 but improving. Price at 144.67 is above the SMA20 (133.14), SMA50 (127.25), and SMA200 (133.20), with the SMA20 above the SMA50, but the SMA20 sits just below the SMA200, so the moving averages are not yet in a full bullish stack. The sharp advance over the past four weeks has lifted price to the upper portion of its 52-week range at the 63.71% position.
Momentum
Positive and nearing overbought. RSI14 at 69.58 is approaching the 70 overbought threshold without an extreme reading. MACD at 3.98 is above the signal line at 3.09 with a positive histogram of 0.90, confirming bullish momentum behind the recent advance.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 4.35 (3.01% of price) reflects normal daily movement. Bollinger Bands (122.73 to 143.56) are moderately wide, and the close at 144.67 above the upper band signals an extended short-term move that can be prone to mean reversion.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 1,547,200 is 1.66 times the 20-period average of 929,830, showing strong participation behind the recovery.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a decisive recovery. Price reclaimed all three major moving averages on rising volume, and momentum is positive with RSI approaching overbought. The rapid 20-day gain of 11.54% and the close above the upper Bollinger Band suggest the move is short-term extended, so a consolidation near the SMA20 at 133.14 would be healthy before the stock attempts the 60-period high at 151.98. A break below the SMA20 would signal that the recovery has stalled.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 134.93 is above the SMA20 (125.04) and SMA200 (118.66) but below the SMA50 (135.20). The SMA200 slopes upward, supporting the longer-term uptrend, while the SMA50 at 135.20 sits just above price as immediate resistance. The weekly chart is still working to reclaim the intermediate trend after the correction.
Momentum
Improving. RSI14 at 55.79 is in neutral territory. MACD at -0.48 is below the signal line at -2.53, but the histogram has turned strongly positive at 2.05, indicating that the longer-term bearish momentum has been replaced by early bullish momentum.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 8.84 (6.55% of price) reflects wide weekly swings consistent with a stock emerging from a deep correction. Bollinger Bands (113.03 to 137.05) are wide, with price in the upper portion of the bands.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 4,958,100 is 90.1% of the 20-week average of 5,503,470, near normal participation.

Assessment

The weekly chart is turning constructive. Price has moved back above the SMA20 and SMA200 while the MACD histogram has swung strongly positive, signaling that medium-term selling pressure has eased. The SMA50 at 135.20 is the immediate test; a weekly close above it would strengthen the recovery case, while the 60-period high at 167.07 remains the larger overhead objective. Until the weekly close is above the SMA50, the chart is best described as recovering within a range.

Key indicators

J Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)69.5855.79
MACD (12, 26, 9)3.98 / 3.09 / 0.90-0.48 / -2.53 / 2.05
ATR (14)4.35 (3.01%)8.84 (6.55%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)122.73 - 143.56113.03 - 137.05
SMA (20)133.14125.04
SMA (50)127.25135.20
SMA (200)133.20118.66

Price structure

J Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price144.67134.93
1-Period Return+1.39%+0.28%
5-Period Return+6.45%+7.35%
20-Period Return+11.54%+5.70%
60-Period Return+22.54%+6.78%
252-Period Return+4.47%+26.20%
52-Week Low105.35105.35
52-Week High167.07167.07
52-Week Position63.71%47.93%

Key levels

J Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High151.98141.05
20-Period Low124.47105.35
60-Period High151.98167.07
60-Period Low105.35105.35

Scenarios

J Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and sustains above the 60-period high at 151.98 with above-average volume, extending the recovery toward the 52-week high at 167.07.

Invalidation

Price falls back below the SMA20 at 133.14 and loses the reclaimed moving averages.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 60; MACD histogram staying positive on both timeframes; volume remaining above the 20-period average on a breakout.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price consolidates between the SMA20 at 133.14 and the 60-period high at 151.98 after the recent sharp advance.

Invalidation

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

What to watch

RSI cooling back into the 50 to 65 zone; volume normalizing toward the 20-period average; price holding above the SMA20.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the SMA20 at 133.14 and then the 20-period low at 124.47, signaling the recovery has failed.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 at 133.14 and holds above it.

What to watch

Daily RSI dropping below 50; weekly MACD histogram turning negative; volume rising on a breakdown.

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.