NOC technical analysis
NOC Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 6, 2026
Market
NYSE (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 5, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
NOC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- NOC
- Market
- NYSE
- 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 | 557.47 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 557.47 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
NOC Technical Analysis Summary
NOC (Northrop Grumman) shows a daily recovery inside a still-corrective weekly trend. On the daily chart, price at 557.47 stands above SMA20 (535.59) and SMA50 (535.31) with RSI at 60.83 and a positive MACD, reflecting a rebound off the July low at 479.02. The weekly chart is less constructive: price at 542.48 remains below SMA20 (578.08) and SMA50 (600.55), RSI is 43.22, and MACD is still negative, so the larger trend is not yet confirmed higher. NOC trades in the lower third of its 52-week range at about 27% of the range on the daily chart and 22% on the weekly chart. Key resistance sits at the 20-period high (565.42) and SMA200 (602.17); support rests at the SMA20/SMA50 cluster near 535 and the 52-week low (479.02). A daily close above 565.42 would open the path toward SMA200, while a break below 535 would warn that the rebound is fading.
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. Price at 557.47 trades above SMA20 (535.59) and SMA50 (535.31), which sit in a tight cluster after the July correction, but remains below SMA200 (602.17). The slightly positive SMA20/SMA50 alignment shows near-term support building, while SMA200 overhead keeps the longer-term structure from turning bullish.
- Momentum
- Bullish-leaning. RSI14 at 60.83 is above the 50 midline, indicating improving momentum after the July low. MACD at 4.37 is above the signal line at 1.33 with a positive histogram of 3.04, confirming near-term upside momentum.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 15.48 (2.78% of price) reflects average daily swings. Bollinger Bands (511.86 to 559.32) are moderately wide, with price in the upper half of the band, consistent with the recent advance.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 627,900 is 68.7% of the 20-period average (914,135), indicating reduced participation in the latest session.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a constructive recovery from the July 21 low at 479.02. Price has reclaimed SMA20 and SMA50, RSI has moved back above 50, and MACD has turned positive, all pointing to improving near-term momentum. The immediate test is the 20-period high at 565.42, with SMA200 at 602.17 as the major overhead level. A close above 565.42 would extend the recovery, while a loss of the SMA20/SMA50 cluster near 535.31 would signal the bounce is fading. Below-average volume on the latest up day keeps some caution.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed with a bearish lean. Price at 542.48 is below SMA20 (578.08) and SMA50 (600.55) but above SMA200 (495.69). Both shorter-term averages sit well above price, reflecting that the recent bounce has not yet repaired the earlier decline, while SMA200 remains intact as long-term support.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 43.22 is below the 50 midline, indicating momentum has not yet turned positive on the weekly timeframe. MACD at -25.17 is below the signal line at -21.24 with a negative histogram of -3.93, confirming the weekly trend is still down, though the histogram has narrowed from prior weeks.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 37.10 (6.84% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges, consistent with a stock that corrected sharply earlier in the period. Bollinger Bands (452.60 to 703.56) remain wide, with price in the lower half, confirming elevated weekly swings.
- Volume
- Near average. Weekly volume of 4,011,900 is 91.3% of the 20-week average (4,396,530), showing participation broadly in line with recent activity.
Assessment
The weekly chart is still bearish-leaning. The 20-week return of -25.74% quantifies the scale of the earlier correction from the highs. RSI below 50 and a negative MACD histogram keep the weekly trend down, although the 5-week return of +8.49% and a narrowing MACD histogram indicate selling pressure is easing. SMA200 at 495.69 is the key long-term support. Only a sustained weekly close back above SMA20 near 578.08 would shift the weekly picture to neutral.
Key indicators
NOC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 60.83 | 43.22 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 4.37 / 1.33 / 3.04 | -25.17 / -21.24 / -3.93 |
| ATR (14) | 15.48 (2.78%) | 37.10 (6.84%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 511.86 - 559.32 | 452.60 - 703.56 |
| SMA (20) | 535.59 | 578.08 |
| SMA (50) | 535.31 | 600.55 |
| SMA (200) | 602.17 | 495.69 |
Price structure
NOC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 557.47 | 542.48 |
| 1-Period Return | +1.07% | +0.04% |
| 5-Period Return | +4.19% | +8.49% |
| 20-Period Return | +2.27% | -25.74% |
| 60-Period Return | +1.89% | +12.58% |
| 252-Period Return | -3.99% | +62.27% |
| 52-Week Low | 479.02 | 479.02 |
| 52-Week High | 770.61 | 770.61 |
| 52-Week Position | 26.90% | 21.76% |
Key levels
NOC 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 | 565.42 | 734.17 |
| 20-Period Low | 479.02 | 479.02 |
| 60-Period High | 565.42 | 770.61 |
| 60-Period Low | 479.02 | 464.73 |
Scenarios
NOC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price breaks above the 20-period high at 565.42 with expanding volume and then clears SMA200 at 602.17, while weekly RSI crosses back above 50 and the weekly MACD histogram turns positive.
Invalidation
Price falls below the SMA20/SMA50 cluster near 535.31.
What to watch
Sustained daily closes above 565.42; daily RSI holding above 60; weekly MACD histogram narrowing further; volume expanding above the 20-period average.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between support near 535 (SMA20/SMA50) and resistance at the 20-period high of 565.42 without breaking either boundary.
Invalidation
A decisive close outside 535.31 to 565.42 with above-average volume.
What to watch
Daily RSI swinging between 50 and 70; Bollinger Bands contracting; volume remaining below the 20-period average; weekly RSI staying below 50.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the SMA20/SMA50 cluster at 535.31 and then the 20-period low at 479.02, with weekly RSI falling below 40.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the 20-period high at 565.42 and holds above SMA200 (602.17).
What to watch
Daily closes below SMA20 (535.59); daily RSI slipping below 50; increasing downside volume; weekly MACD histogram becoming more negative.
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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