MO technical analysis

MO 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

MO Data Verification

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

Symbol
MO
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)71.87July 13, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)71.87July 13, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

MO Technical Analysis Summary

MO shows a steady bullish trend across daily and weekly timeframes, consistent with its profile as a mature dividend-paying consumer staple. The daily price at 71.87 holds above SMA20 (71.60), SMA50 (70.99), and SMA200 (63.27), all in bullish alignment. The weekly RSI at 57.69 remains in neutral territory, suggesting room for further upside without being overbought. The daily MACD histogram has turned slightly negative at -0.11, indicating a short-term pause in momentum. Key support is at the 20-day low of 68.07, while resistance is at the 52-week high of 74.15. A break above 74.15 would signal continued strength; a drop below 68.07 would suggest a deeper pullback.

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 71.87 is above SMA20 (71.60), SMA50 (70.99), and SMA200 (63.27). All three SMAs are in a bullish ascending order. Price recently pulled back from the 74.15 high but is holding above the SMA20, maintaining the short-term uptrend.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 52.06 is near the midline, indicating neither overbought nor oversold conditions. MACD at 0.52 is above the zero line, but the histogram at -0.11 has turned negative, signaling fading near-term upside momentum.
Volatility
Low to moderate. ATR14 at 1.62 (2.26% of price) reflects relatively modest daily ranges typical for a mature consumer staple stock. Bollinger Bands (68.69 to 74.52) are moderately wide with price near the middle band.
Volume
Below average. Latest daily volume of 4,830,400 is 59.5% of the 20-period average (8,122,040), indicating reduced trading participation during the recent pullback.

Assessment

Daily timeframe shows a neutral-to-bullish bias with price consolidating after approaching the 52-week high. The orderly pullback above the SMA20 suggests healthy consolidation rather than distribution. The negative MACD histogram warrants short-term caution, but the bullish SMA alignment supports the broader upward trend.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 71.79 is above SMA20 (68.44), SMA50 (63.12), and SMA200 (46.07). All weekly SMAs are sloping upward with strong bullish alignment, confirming a sustained long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 57.69 is in neutral territory, providing room for further upside without being overbought. MACD at 2.96 with the histogram at 0.09 positive and the MACD line above the signal line confirms steady bullish momentum on the weekly scale.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 3.68 (5.13% of price) reflects moderate weekly ranges, typical for a large-cap consumer staple stock. Bollinger Bands (61.35 to 75.53) are reasonably wide.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 31,287,100 is 72.8% of the 20-week average (42,995,555).

Assessment

The weekly timeframe confirms a steady long-term uptrend with price well above all key SMAs. The RSI at 57.69 is in a healthy range, suggesting the uptrend has room to continue without being overextended. The weekly MACD remains positive, supporting the bullish view. The stock has gained approximately 109% over the past year on a weekly basis, reflecting strong performance for a consumer staple.

Key indicators

MO Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)52.0657.69
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.52 / 0.63 / -0.112.96 / 2.87 / 0.09
ATR (14)1.62 (2.26%)3.68 (5.13%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)68.69 - 74.5261.35 - 75.53
SMA (20)71.6068.44
SMA (50)70.9963.12
SMA (200)63.2746.07

Price structure

MO Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price71.8771.79
1-Period Return+0.11%-1.27%
5-Period Return-0.01%+0.93%
20-Period Return+2.15%+9.64%
60-Period Return+13.23%+32.43%
252-Period Return+31.08%+108.80%
52-Week Low53.0153.01
52-Week High74.1574.15
52-Week Position89.22%88.84%

Key levels

MO Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High74.1574.15
20-Period Low68.0761.94
60-Period High74.1574.15
60-Period Low63.1453.01

Scenarios

MO Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above 74.15 (52-week high) with conviction.

Invalidation

Price falls below the 20-day low of 68.07.

What to watch

Sustained close above SMA20 (71.60) followed by a move through the 74 area.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between 68.07 support and 74.15 resistance.

Invalidation

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

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 60 on daily; volume declining further.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below 68.07 (20-day low) and fails to reclaim SMA20.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 (71.60) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA50 (70.99); increasing downside volume.

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 (261 completed bars) ending the week of July 6, 2026. Prices are adjusted for dividends and stock splits using the adjusted close/raw close ratio. 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.