LYB technical analysis

LYB Technical Analysis

Analysis date

August 5, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

August 3, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

LYB Data Verification

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

Symbol
LYB
Market
NYSE
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 seriesLatest CloseDateDifferenceStatus
Calculation series60.62August 3, 2026-Verified
Verification series60.62August 3, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

LYB Technical Analysis Summary

LYB (LyondellBasell Industries) shows a mixed technical picture with early recovery signals on the daily timeframe. The daily chart is constructive with price at 60.62 above SMA20 (59.03) and SMA200 (57.35), a MACD histogram that has turned positive at 0.45, and RSI at 53.03 above the neutral 50 level. The stock has bounced about +14.44% over the past 20 sessions from the 51.98 support area. However, the weekly chart remains mixed to bearish with price at 62.08 below SMA20 (66.46) and SMA200 (69.00), a weekly MACD histogram still negative at -1.42, and weekly RSI at 50.99. Key resistance sits at 64.98 (20-day high) with the SMA50 at 60.77 acting as nearby overhead; a sustained break above 64.98 would strengthen the reversal case. Support rests at 52.93 (20-day low) and 51.98 (60-day low); a breakdown below 51.98 would signal renewed downside risk.

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 to constructive. Price at 60.62 is above the SMA20 (59.03) and SMA200 (57.35) but just below the SMA50 (60.77). The strong bounce from the 51.98 area, up about +14.44% over the past 20 sessions, has lifted price back above the SMA20 and SMA200.
Momentum
Improving. RSI14 at 53.03 is back above the neutral 50 level. MACD at 0.31 has crossed above the signal line at -0.15, and the histogram at 0.45 is positive, pointing to a shift toward bullish momentum on the daily timeframe.
Volatility
Moderately elevated. ATR14 at 2.24 (3.69% of price) reflects above-average daily swings. Bollinger Bands (54.60 to 63.47) are reasonably wide, with price sitting in the upper half of the bands.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 6,072,700 is 120.3% of the 20-day average (5,046,060), indicating active participation during the recent recovery.

Assessment

The daily timeframe is showing early recovery signals. Price has rebounded roughly +14.44% over the past 20 sessions from the 51.98 low, reclaimed the SMA20 (59.03) and SMA200 (57.35), and the MACD histogram is positive at 0.45. The main obstacle is the SMA50 at 60.77, which price is testing. A sustained move above the 20-day high at 64.98 would give more confidence in a broader reversal, while RSI holding above 50 supports the improving momentum.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 62.08 is above the SMA50 (56.07) but below the SMA20 (66.46) and SMA200 (69.00). The SMA200 remains well above price, so the long-term trend has not turned bullish. The recent bounce from the 51.98 area has been strong (+11.39% over the past 5 weeks), but price still needs to clear the SMA20 to improve the structure.
Momentum
Neutral with a bearish tilt. RSI14 at 50.99 is right at the neutral 50 level. MACD at 0.02 is still below the signal line at 1.44, and the histogram at -1.42 remains negative, indicating the weekly momentum has not yet confirmed a bullish shift.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 5.87 (9.45% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (51.58 to 81.35) are wide, and price has recovered from the lower band toward the middle band, consistent with the recent rebound.
Volume
Below average. Latest weekly volume of 24,971,000 is 84.4% of the 20-week average (29,586,445), suggesting the rebound has come on lighter participation.

Assessment

The weekly timeframe is mixed. Price at 62.08 has reclaimed the SMA50 (56.07) after the recent bounce, but remains below the SMA20 (66.46) and SMA200 (69.00), and the weekly MACD histogram is still negative at -1.42. The recovery needs a sustained push above the SMA20 (66.46) to shift the longer-term structure. Until then, the weekly view stays corrective within a wider downtrend.

Key indicators

LYB Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)53.0350.99
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.31 / -0.15 / 0.450.02 / 1.44 / -1.42
ATR (14)2.24 (3.69%)5.87 (9.45%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)54.60 - 63.4751.58 - 81.35
SMA (20)59.0366.46
SMA (50)60.7756.07
SMA (200)57.3569.00

Price structure

LYB Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price60.6262.08
1-Period Return-2.35%+2.92%
5-Period Return+3.41%+11.39%
20-Period Return+14.44%-13.24%
60-Period Return-16.64%+18.28%
252-Period Return+12.73%-9.64%
52-Week Low39.5239.52
52-Week High83.0783.07
52-Week Position48.45%51.80%

Key levels

LYB Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High64.9883.07
20-Period Low52.9351.98
60-Period High74.5183.07
60-Period Low51.9839.52

Scenarios

LYB Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above the 20-day high at 64.98 and closes above the SMA50 at 60.77.

Invalidation

Price falls back below the 20-day low at 52.93.

What to watch

RSI14 holding above 50 and a rising MACD histogram; sustained closes above SMA20 (59.03) support the bullish case.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between the 51.98-52.93 support zone and the 64.98-74.51 resistance zone.

Invalidation

A decisive breakout above 74.51 (60-day high) or a breakdown below 51.98 (60-day low).

What to watch

RSI14 staying between 45 and 60 and volume remaining near average levels.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 52.93, then the 60-day low at 51.98.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA50 (60.77) and holds above the SMA200 (57.35).

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA200 (57.35) and the weekly MACD histogram staying negative.

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.