KLAC technical analysis
KLAC Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 5, 2026
Market
NasdaqGS (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 3, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
KLAC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- KLAC
- Market
- NasdaqGS
- 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 series | Latest Close | Date | Difference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calculation series | 182.75 | August 3, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 182.75 | August 3, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
KLAC Technical Analysis Summary
KLAC technical analysis shows a sharp correction under way after a powerful multi-year rally. The stock closed at 182.75 on August 3, 2026, down 21.7% over the past 20 sessions after reaching a 52-week high of 307.37. Price has fallen below the SMA20 (209.36) and SMA50 (221.24) on the daily chart, with RSI14 at 38.22 and a negative MACD histogram. On the weekly chart, price broke below the 20-week average (197.00) last week with a 13.2% drop, and the weekly MACD histogram has turned negative. The longer-term structure remains supported by the daily SMA200 (162.71) and the weekly SMA50 (152.00). Key support is at 169.81 (20-day low) and 169.03 (60-day low), while resistance sits at 209.36 (SMA20), 221.24 (SMA50), and 247.49 (20-day high). A sustained break below 169.03 would signal a deeper correction, while a reclaim of the SMA20 would suggest stabilization.
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
- Mixed. Price at 182.75 is below SMA20 (209.36) and SMA50 (221.24) but remains above SMA200 (162.71). The SMA20 sits below the SMA50, and price has fallen well below both, reflecting a near-term downtrend. The upward-sloping SMA200 still supports the longer-term uptrend, so the daily structure is a corrective decline within a longer-term advance.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 38.22 is below the 50 midline and approaching oversold, indicating weak short-term momentum. MACD at -12.75 is below the signal line at -8.33 with a negative histogram of -4.41, confirming bearish momentum on the daily timeframe.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 15.47 (8.47% of price) reflects wide daily ranges during the decline. Bollinger Bands (173.60 to 245.12) are extremely wide, with price trading in the lower half of the range after the sharp drop.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 10,251,800 is 82.2% of the 20-period average (12,473,875), indicating the recent bounce off the lows has occurred on reduced participation.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a sharp correction from the 307.37 high. Price has lost the SMA20 and SMA50, the RSI is below 50, and the MACD histogram is negative. The 20-period return of -21.67% reflects the severity of the decline. Price bounced from the 169.81 low on below-average volume, which makes the rebound tentative. The 60-period return of +0.75% shows the correction has erased roughly three months of gains. The SMA200 at 162.71 is the key structural support, and a move back above the SMA20 at 209.36 would be the first sign of stabilization.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed. Price at 182.82 is below SMA20 (197.00) but above SMA50 (152.00) and SMA200 (82.55). Price has fallen below the 20-week average after a long period above it, a meaningful shift in the medium-term structure. The SMA20 remains above the SMA50 and SMA200, so the break of the SMA20 signals the uptrend is under pressure rather than confirmed broken.
- Momentum
- Turning negative. RSI14 at 48.35 is just below the 50 midline, indicating fading momentum. MACD at 19.68 remains above zero but is below the signal line at 23.43, with a negative histogram of -3.74, showing that medium-term upside momentum has deteriorated.
- Volatility
- Very high. ATR14 at 27.35 (14.96% of price) reflects extreme weekly ranges, consistent with the sharp sell-off and the large swings that characterized the prior advance.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest weekly volume of 82,819,200 is 147.0% of the 20-week average (56,341,640), indicating heavy participation in the decline.
Assessment
The weekly chart confirms a significant correction from the 307.37 high. Last week fell 13.16% on above-average volume, and price closed below the 20-week SMA. The weekly MACD histogram has turned negative. That said, the longer-term picture is not yet broken: price remains well above the SMA50 (152.00) and SMA200 (82.55), and the 20-week return is still +29.03%. The 20-week low at 137.27 is the nearest weekly support, with the 60-week low at 80.58 further below. This looks like a deep correction in a strong uptrend rather than a confirmed reversal.
Key indicators
KLAC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 38.22 | 48.35 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -12.75 / -8.33 / -4.41 | 19.68 / 23.43 / -3.74 |
| ATR (14) | 15.47 (8.47%) | 27.35 (14.96%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 173.60 - 245.12 | 130.22 - 263.79 |
| SMA (20) | 209.36 | 197.00 |
| SMA (50) | 221.24 | 152.00 |
| SMA (200) | 162.71 | 82.55 |
Price structure
KLAC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 182.75 | 182.82 |
| 1-Period Return | -0.04% | -13.16% |
| 5-Period Return | -10.13% | -26.47% |
| 20-Period Return | -21.67% | +29.03% |
| 60-Period Return | +0.75% | +127.72% |
| 252-Period Return | +109.24% | +472.24% |
| 52-Week Low | 82.87 | 82.87 |
| 52-Week High | 307.37 | 307.37 |
| 52-Week Position | 44.49% | 44.52% |
Key levels
KLAC Support and Resistance Levels
Key price levels based on recent swing highs and lows across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Level | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| 20-Period High | 247.49 | 307.37 |
| 20-Period Low | 169.81 | 137.27 |
| 60-Period High | 307.37 | 307.37 |
| 60-Period Low | 169.03 | 80.58 |
Scenarios
KLAC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price reclaims the daily SMA20 at 209.36 with expanding volume, followed by a move toward the 20-day high at 247.49.
Invalidation
Price breaks below the 60-day low at 169.03.
What to watch
RSI recovering above 50; the daily MACD histogram turning positive; volume expanding on up days; the weekly RSI holding above 45; price reclaiming the weekly SMA20 at 197.00.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between the 169.03 to 169.81 support zone and the daily SMA20 at 209.36.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with expanding volume.
What to watch
RSI fluctuating between 30 and 55; volume remaining below average; Bollinger Bands contracting; the daily MACD histogram stabilizing near zero.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the 20-day low at 169.81 and then the 60-day low at 169.03, extending the correction.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the daily SMA50 at 221.24 and holds above it.
What to watch
The weekly MACD histogram deepening further; increasing downside volume; sustained closes below the SMA200 at 162.71; daily RSI sliding below 30.
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.
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