OXY technical analysis

OXY Technical Analysis

Analysis date

July 15, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

July 14, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

OXY Data Verification

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

Symbol
OXY
Market
NYSE
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Latest completed bar
July 14, 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)54.57July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)54.57July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

OXY Technical Analysis Summary

OXY (Occidental Petroleum) shows a mixed technical picture with a short-term bounce underway. Price at 54.57 is above SMA20 (51.63) and SMA200 (49.19) but below SMA50 (55.03) on the daily timeframe, suggesting near-term support has held while the intermediate trend remains corrective. RSI14 at 55.70 on the daily and 50.49 on the weekly reflects neutral to slightly positive momentum without extreme readings. The daily MACD histogram is positive at 0.73 with the MACD line at -0.55 converging toward the signal line at -1.28, indicating improving short-term momentum and a potential bullish crossover. However, the weekly MACD remains bearish with the line at 1.01 below the signal at 2.26 and a negative histogram at -1.25. Key resistance sits at 55.49 (20-day high), 60.96 (60-day high), and 67.14 (52-week high). Key support stands at 47.77 (20/60-day low) and 38.44 (60-week low/52-week low). A close above SMA50 at 55.03 with volume confirmation would signal trend improvement; a break below 47.77 would suggest renewed weakness.

Multi-timeframe dashboard

Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard

Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.

Daily (July 14, 2026)

Trend
Mixed with short-term bounce. Price at 54.57 is above SMA20 (51.63) and SMA200 (49.19), but below SMA50 (55.03). The SMA200 is sloping upward, confirming a longer-term uptrend. The recent move from the 47.77 low area back above SMA20 is a positive short-term development.
Momentum
Neutral with improving bias. RSI14 at 55.70 sits slightly above the neutral midpoint, indicating mild positive momentum. MACD at -0.55 with the histogram turning positive at 0.73 and the MACD line converging toward the signal line at -1.28 suggests building upside momentum. A bullish crossover would be a meaningful signal if it develops.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 1.73 (3.17% of price) reflects average daily movement within normal range. Bollinger Bands (47.46 to 55.81) show price near the upper band at 54.57, consistent with the short-term bounce. Band width is moderate, suggesting no volatility expansion.
Volume
Slightly above average. Latest volume of 11,115,162 is 1.09x the 20-period average (10,230,178), confirming mild participation in the bounce. This adds modest credibility to the near-term upward move.

Assessment

The daily timeframe shows a neutral to cautiously improving picture. Price reclaiming SMA20 is a positive development, but the failure to reach SMA50 keeps the intermediate trend in question. The MACD histogram turning positive and supportive volume on the bounce are encouraging. A sustained move above SMA50 (55.03) would meaningfully improve the daily outlook.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 52.89 is above SMA50 (48.37) and SMA200 (53.36) but below SMA20 (56.12). The gap between SMA20 and the price reflects the recent pullback from the 67.14 high. SMA200 is sloping slightly downward, suggesting the long-term trend is more neutral.
Momentum
Bearish. RSI14 at 50.49 is at the neutral midpoint. MACD at 1.01 with the line below the signal at 2.26 and a negative histogram at -1.25 confirms bearish momentum on the weekly timeframe. The MACD has been declining since the early 2026 highs.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 4.41 (8.33% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges, consistent with the pullback from the 52-week high. Bollinger Bands (48.08 to 64.16) are wide with price near the lower half, reflecting the recent corrective phase.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 54,041,200 is 78% of the 20-week average (69,564,070), indicating diminishing participation in the pullback. This can be interpreted as a lack of aggressive selling pressure.

Assessment

The weekly timeframe is bearish-leaning mixed. The price below SMA20 and declining MACD point to ongoing correction from the 67.14 high. However, the price above SMA50 is a positive structural feature, and the below-average volume on the pullback suggests distribution is not aggressive. The stock needs to reclaim SMA20 (56.12) to shift the weekly trend back to bullish.

Key indicators

OXY Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)55.7050.49
MACD (12, 26, 9)-0.55 / -1.28 / 0.731.01 / 2.26 / -1.25
ATR (14)1.73 (3.17%)4.41 (8.33%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)47.46 - 55.8148.08 - 64.16
SMA (20)51.6356.12
SMA (50)55.0348.37
SMA (200)49.1953.36

Price structure

OXY Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price54.5752.89
1-Period Return-0.44%+8.14%
5-Period Return+5.59%-6.67%
20-Period Return-3.48%+2.98%
60-Period Return-3.60%+26.13%
252-Period Return+20.27%+126.56%
52-Week Low38.4438.44
52-Week High67.1467.14
52-Week Position56.20%50.35%

Key levels

OXY Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High55.4967.14
20-Period Low47.7747.77
60-Period High60.9667.14
60-Period Low47.7738.44

Scenarios

OXY Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and sustains above SMA50 at 55.03, followed by a move through the 20-day high at 55.49.

Invalidation

Price falls back below the 20-day low at 47.77.

What to watch

MACD daily crossover (MACD line crossing above signal line) and increasing volume to confirm the breakout. RSI moving and holding above 60.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between 47.77 support and 55.49-60.96 resistance zone.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with expanding volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 45 and 55; volume remaining near average levels. Daily MACD histogram staying positive but not accelerating.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below 47.77 (20/60-day low) and then 38.44 (60-week low/52-week low).

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 (51.63) and SMA50 (55.03) and holds above both.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA20 (51.63); increasing downside volume; RSI breaking below 45 on the daily chart.

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 (501 completed bars) ending July 14, 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 14, 2026, weekly July 6, 2026 week. Generated July 15, 2026.