LPLA technical analysis
LPLA 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
LPLA Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- LPLA
- 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 series | Latest Close | Date | Difference | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calculation series | 359.92 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 359.92 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
LPLA Technical Analysis Summary
LPLA (LPL Financial Holdings) shows a strong short-term recovery that has not yet been confirmed as a full trend reversal as of the August 5, 2026 daily cutoff. On the daily chart, price at 359.92 is above SMA20 (333.53, +7.9%), SMA50 (305.75, +17.7%), and SMA200 (329.75, +9.1%), and has climbed roughly 38% off the 52-week low of 260.15. The daily MACD line at 14.12 is above its signal at 11.88 with a positive histogram at 2.25, but RSI14 at 71.72 is entering overbought territory. The weekly chart is constructive: price at 353.70 is above SMA20 (303.95), SMA50 (330.53), and SMA200 (280.34), weekly RSI is at 60.89, and the weekly MACD line has crossed back above its signal with a strongly positive histogram at 7.74. LPLA is pressing against the 20-day and 60-day high at 364.95, just below the upper Bollinger Band on the daily chart. Key resistance is 364.95, followed by the 52-week high at 399.35; support sits at 333.53 (SMA20), 329.75 (SMA200), and 305.75 (SMA50). A sustained break above 364.95 would open the path toward the 52-week high, while a failure there would leave the stock in a range-bound consolidation between 305.75 and 364.95.
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 with a short-term bullish bias. Price at 359.92 is above SMA20 (333.53, +7.9%), SMA50 (305.75, +17.7%), and SMA200 (329.75, +9.1%), a position that reflects the sharp rally from the 260.15 low. However, SMA50 (305.75) still sits below SMA200 (329.75), so the moving-average stack is not yet in a textbook bullish order. The rapid advance has price testing the upper end of its recent range, and the trend signal is improving but not fully confirmed.
- Momentum
- Bullish but stretched. RSI14 at 71.72 is above 70, near overbought, so the rally is extended short term. The daily MACD is positive with the line at 14.12 above the signal at 11.88 and a histogram at 2.25, indicating upward momentum is still intact. The overbought RSI does not guarantee a reversal, but it raises the risk of a pullback or consolidation before the next leg.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 10.30 (2.86% of price) reflects average daily movement of about 2.9%. Bollinger Bands range from 306.06 to 361.00, and price at 359.92 is pressing against the upper band, consistent with the current momentum push but also signaling the move is extended relative to the 20-period average (333.53).
- Volume
- Roughly average. Latest volume of 775,400 is 101% of the 20-period average (766,190), so the rally is occurring with normal participation rather than a strong volume surge. Volume confirmation on a breakout above 364.95 would increase the weight of the move.
Assessment
The daily chart is in a strong recovery phase. Price has reclaimed all three key moving averages after bottoming at 260.15 and has gained roughly 19.6% over the last 20 sessions. Momentum is positive but extended, with RSI near overbought and price near the upper Bollinger Band and the recent high at 364.95. The main question is whether follow-through can push price through 364.95 toward the 52-week high at 399.35, or whether the overbought condition triggers a pullback toward support at 333.53 (SMA20) and 329.75 (SMA200). A break below those supports would indicate the rally is fading.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed but improving. Price at 353.70 is above SMA20 (303.95, +16.4%), SMA50 (330.53, +7.0%), and SMA200 (280.34, +26.2%), confirming the longer-term uptrend is intact. SMA20 (303.95) remains below SMA50 (330.53), so the intermediate averages have not fully realigned, but the gap is closing as the advance continues. The multi-year trend above SMA200 remains the dominant structure.
- Momentum
- Bullish and strengthening. Weekly RSI14 at 60.89 is above 50 with room before overbought. The weekly MACD line at -1.64 has crossed back above the signal at -9.38, and the histogram at 7.74 is strongly positive, showing the momentum shift has taken hold. The MACD line remaining below zero suggests the move is still rebuilding from a deeper decline.
- Volatility
- Moderate to elevated. Weekly ATR14 at 25.77 (7.29% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands span 264.75 to 343.15, and price at 353.70 has closed above the upper band, an extension signal that often follows a strong trend move and can precede a brief consolidation.
- Volume
- About average. Latest weekly volume of 4,470,100 is 98% of the 20-period average (4,577,040). The advance has not been accompanied by unusually heavy volume, which is worth monitoring as price approaches major resistance.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows a decisive momentum turn. After the decline that took price toward the 260.15 low, LPLA has reclaimed SMA20, SMA50, and SMA200 and produced a positive MACD crossover with a 7.74 histogram. Price closing above the upper Bollinger Band at 343.15 underlines the strength of the current move, though it also flags that the advance is extended and vulnerable to a pause. The structure supports further upside toward the 52-week high at 399.35 as long as price holds above SMA50 (330.53).
Key indicators
LPLA Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 71.72 | 60.89 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 14.12 / 11.88 / 2.25 | -1.64 / -9.38 / 7.74 |
| ATR (14) | 10.30 (2.86%) | 25.77 (7.29%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 306.06 - 361.00 | 264.75 - 343.15 |
| SMA (20) | 333.53 | 303.95 |
| SMA (50) | 305.75 | 330.53 |
| SMA (200) | 329.75 | 280.34 |
Price structure
LPLA Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 359.92 | 353.70 |
| 1-Period Return | +1.60% | +7.61% |
| 5-Period Return | +6.55% | +31.61% |
| 20-Period Return | +19.65% | +22.50% |
| 60-Period Return | +18.71% | -8.73% |
| 252-Period Return | -3.56% | +125.74% |
| 52-Week Low | 260.15 | 260.15 |
| 52-Week High | 399.35 | 399.35 |
| 52-Week Position | 71.67% | 67.20% |
Key levels
LPLA 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 | 364.95 | 360.26 |
| 20-Period Low | 299.00 | 260.15 |
| 60-Period High | 364.95 | 402.11 |
| 60-Period Low | 260.15 | 260.15 |
Scenarios
LPLA Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
A daily close above 364.95 (the 20-day and 60-day high) with rising volume would open the path toward the 52-week high at 399.35 and the weekly 60-period high near 402.11.
Invalidation
Price fails below SMA20 (333.53) and loses the 329.75 (SMA200) support zone, invalidating the breakout attempt.
What to watch
Daily RSI consolidating above 60 rather than forming a sharp divergence, the MACD histogram holding positive, the weekly MACD line turning positive above zero, and volume expanding on the break.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price stalls under 364.95 and oscillates between resistance at 364.95 and support near SMA20 (333.53) and SMA200 (329.75), with the 20-day low at 299.00 as the range floor.
Invalidation
A decisive close above 364.95 or a break below 299.00 on elevated volume.
What to watch
RSI moving between 50 and 70, the daily MACD histogram flattening toward zero, and volume returning to below-average levels.
Bearish
Trigger
A rejection at 364.95 followed by a break back below SMA20 (333.53) and SMA200 (329.75) would put the 20-day low at 299.00 and SMA50 at 305.75 in play, and a close below 299.00 would target the 52-week low at 260.15.
Invalidation
Price reclaims and holds above 364.95, negating the reversal signal.
What to watch
Daily RSI rolling over from overbought, the MACD histogram contracting or turning negative, weekly price falling back inside the Bollinger Bands, and volume increasing 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.
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