KVUE technical analysis

KVUE 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

KVUE Data Verification

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

Symbol
KVUE
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)19.23July 13, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)19.23July 13, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

KVUE Technical Analysis Summary

KVUE presents a cautiously bullish technical picture with mixed signals across timeframes. The daily chart shows a bullish trend with price above all key moving averages (SMA20, SMA50, SMA200). However, the daily MACD histogram has turned slightly negative, indicating a recent loss of short-term momentum. The weekly chart shows a clearer bullish picture with price above SMA20 and SMA50 and a strongly positive MACD. Key resistance is at 20.13 (20-day and 60-day high), while support rests at the 20-day low of 17.86 and the SMA50 at 17.98. The 52-week position near 68% suggests mid-range recovery rather than an overextended rally.

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
Bullish. Price at 19.23 is above SMA20 (18.90), SMA50 (17.98), and SMA200 (17.03). The SMA20 is above SMA50, confirming a short-term bullish alignment. The SMA200 is sloping upward, reinforcing the medium-term recovery trend.
Momentum
Neutral with bearish tilt. RSI14 at 58.14 is in neutral territory, suggesting neither overbought nor oversold conditions. MACD at 0.45 with signal at 0.46 and a slightly negative histogram of -0.01 indicates a recent bearish crossover, signaling a loss of short-term upside momentum.
Volatility
Low to moderate. ATR14 at 0.43 (2.25% of price) suggests average daily movement of about 2.3%. Bollinger Bands (17.71 to 20.08) are relatively narrow, reflecting low volatility conditions. Price is near the middle of the bands.
Volume
Well above average. Latest volume of 39,870,500 is 188.0% of the 20-period average (21,206,415), indicating elevated participation likely related to recent news on the Tylenol autism lawsuit ruling.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a bullish trend structure with price above all key SMAs. However, the recent MACD bearish crossover and neutral RSI suggest momentum is stalling. The elevated volume on the latest bar correlates with negative news (Tylenol lawsuit ruling), which may have triggered distribution. The key level to watch is 20.13 resistance; a break below SMA20 at 18.90 would suggest short-term weakness.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 19.48 is above SMA20 (17.83) and SMA50 (17.50), indicating a medium-term uptrend. SMA200 is unavailable due to limited trading history (KVUE listed in May 2023). The SMA20 is above SMA50, confirming bullish cross alignment.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 64.16 is in bullish territory below the 70 overbought threshold, suggesting room for further upside. MACD at 0.40 with signal at 0.13 and a strongly positive histogram of 0.28 indicates accelerating upside momentum on the weekly scale.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 0.87 (4.48% of price) reflects typical weekly ranges for a mid-cap consumer staples stock.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 78,131,000 is 76.5% of the 20-week average (102,098,100), indicating reduced participation at the weekly level.

Assessment

The weekly chart provides a more constructive picture than the daily. Price is in a steady uptrend above SMA20 and SMA50 since finding support near 13.53 in late 2025. The MACD histogram is positive and rising, confirming bullish momentum. RSI at 64.16 has room to run before reaching overbought territory. The limited trading history means SMA200 is not available, reducing long-term context. The key weekly resistance remains the 60-week high at 23.27.

Key indicators

KVUE Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)58.1464.16
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.45 / 0.46 / -0.010.40 / 0.13 / 0.28
ATR (14)0.43 (2.25%)0.87 (4.48%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)17.71 - 20.0816.15 - 19.50
SMA (20)18.9017.83
SMA (50)17.9817.50
SMA (200)17.03N/A

Price structure

KVUE Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price19.2319.48
1-Period Return-1.28%-1.77%
5-Period Return-1.69%+9.99%
20-Period Return+6.42%+5.31%
60-Period Return+12.50%-15.69%
252-Period Return-3.80%N/A
52-Week Low13.5313.53
52-Week High21.8521.85
52-Week Position68.50%71.50%

Key levels

KVUE Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High20.1320.13
20-Period Low17.8616.44
60-Period High20.1323.27
60-Period Low16.6713.53

Scenarios

KVUE Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above the 20-period high at 20.13 with above-average volume, followed by a sustained close above resistance.

Invalidation

Price falls below the 60-day low of 16.67.

What to watch

MACD histogram turning positive on daily; RSI reclaiming 60 on daily; volume confirming breakout.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between 17.86 support and 20.13 resistance.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with increasing volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 60 on daily; Bollinger Bands remaining flat; MACD oscillating around zero.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 17.86 and subsequently the SMA50 at 17.98.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 (18.90) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA20; increasing downside volume; MACD histogram turning more negative; RSI breaking below 40.

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 (167 completed bars) ending the week of July 6, 2026. Prices are adjusted for dividends and stock splits using the adjusted close/raw close ratio. The SMA200 on the weekly chart is unavailable as KVUE has been publicly traded only since May 2023, providing insufficient data points for a 200-week average. 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.