STE technical analysis
STE 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
STE Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- STE
- 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 | 232.71 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 232.71 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
STE Technical Analysis Summary
STE (STERIS plc) closed at 232.71 on August 5, 2026, holding above the SMA20 (220.55) and SMA50 (214.16) while pressing against the SMA200 at 233.62. The stock remains in a recovery from the 52-week low of 194.56 and is testing the resistance zone between 233.62 and 235.66, which combines the SMA200 and the 20-day high. Daily RSI14 at 63.62 is constructive without being overbought, and the daily MACD line at 5.48 sits above its signal at 3.88 with a positive histogram of 1.59. The August 5 session traded a wide range, closed near the session high, and did so on above-average volume of about 122% of the 20-period average, reflecting active participation. On the weekly chart, price at 228.40 is back above the weekly SMA20 (215.83) and SMA200 (217.10) but below the weekly SMA50 (235.68); the weekly MACD histogram remains positive at 2.22 even though the weekly MACD line is still below zero. A sustained close above 235.66 would open the path toward the 52-week high at 267.96, while a break below the SMA20 at 220.55 would shift focus to support at 207.15, 198.01, and 194.56.
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, turning constructive. Price at 232.71 is above SMA20 (220.55) and SMA50 (214.16) but below SMA200 (233.62). The stock rebounded from the 52-week low of 194.56 and now trades near the top of its two-month range, testing the long-term SMA200, which sits just above the recent high at 235.66. The rising SMA20 and SMA50 are in a bullish short-term alignment while the SMA200 remains the key overhead hurdle.
- Momentum
- Bullish. RSI14 at 63.62 is in bullish territory and approaching but not yet at the 70 overbought threshold. MACD at 5.48 is above the signal line at 3.88 with a positive histogram of 1.59, keeping upside momentum intact during the recovery leg even as the histogram narrowed from the prior session.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 5.86 (2.52% of price) reflects normal daily ranges. Bollinger Bands (202.87 to 238.23) place price near the upper band, consistent with an uptrending stock pressing against overhead resistance.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 923,100 is about 122% of the 20-period average (755,370), and the August 5 session closed near the session high on stronger participation than recent sessions.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a stock in the later stage of a recovery from the July low near 194.56, with price above the SMA20 and SMA50 and momentum positive. The immediate test is the 233.62 to 235.66 zone, where the SMA200 and the 235.66 recent high converge. A close above that zone on continued participation would confirm the uptrend, while a rejection would point back toward the SMA20 at 220.55 and, below it, the 20-day low at 207.15.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed, improving. Price at 228.40 is above the weekly SMA20 (215.83) and SMA200 (217.10) but below the weekly SMA50 (235.68). The weekly SMA200 has been reclaimed, while the SMA50 overhead reflects the earlier 2026 downtrend that the stock is working through.
- Momentum
- Improving. Weekly RSI14 at 53.96 is back above the 50 midline without being overbought. MACD at -4.77 is still below zero but above the signal line at -6.99, with a positive and expanding histogram of 2.22, signaling that weekly downside momentum has faded and upside momentum is building.
- Volatility
- Elevated. Weekly ATR14 at 13.09 (5.73% of price) reflects the wide weekly swings during the earlier decline and the subsequent recovery.
- Volume
- Above average. Weekly volume of 4,165,500 is about 112% of the 20-week average (3,722,670), indicating stronger participation during the recent up week.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows a recovery under way after the stock fell from the early 2026 high near 267.96 to the 52-week low of 194.56. Price has reclaimed the weekly SMA20 and SMA200, and the positive MACD histogram is an early sign that weekly momentum is shifting in favor of buyers. The weekly SMA50 at 235.68 is the immediate resistance to clear, and the 52-week position at 46.10% reflects a stock in the middle of its yearly range with room to move either way.
Key indicators
STE Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 63.62 | 53.96 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 5.48 / 3.88 / 1.59 | -4.77 / -6.99 / 2.22 |
| ATR (14) | 5.86 (2.52%) | 13.09 (5.73%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 202.87 - 238.23 | 203.77 - 227.88 |
| SMA (20) | 220.55 | 215.83 |
| SMA (50) | 214.16 | 235.68 |
| SMA (200) | 233.62 | 217.10 |
Price structure
STE Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 232.71 | 228.40 |
| 1-Period Return | -0.06% | +6.69% |
| 5-Period Return | -0.90% | +5.90% |
| 20-Period Return | +11.08% | +6.76% |
| 60-Period Return | +12.51% | -5.30% |
| 252-Period Return | +2.70% | +14.87% |
| 52-Week Low | 194.56 | 194.56 |
| 52-Week High | 267.96 | 267.96 |
| 52-Week Position | 51.98% | 46.10% |
Key levels
STE 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 | 235.66 | 235.66 |
| 20-Period Low | 207.15 | 194.56 |
| 60-Period High | 235.66 | 267.96 |
| 60-Period Low | 198.01 | 194.56 |
Scenarios
STE Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price closes and sustains above 235.66 (20-day and 20-week high), clearing the SMA200 at 233.62.
Invalidation
Price closes back below the SMA20 at 220.55.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 60 and approaching 70; daily MACD histogram turning back up; weekly MACD line crossing above zero; volume expanding on up days.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between SMA20 support at 220.55 and resistance at 235.66.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with above-average volume.
What to watch
RSI fluctuating between 55 and 65 on the daily chart; MACD histogram staying positive but flattening; volume settling back toward average; price repeatedly testing the 235.66 resistance.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the SMA20 at 220.55, targeting the 20-day low at 207.15 and then the 60-day low at 198.01.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the SMA20 at 220.55 and pushes above 235.66.
What to watch
Daily MACD histogram turning negative; RSI falling below 50 on the daily chart; weekly MACD histogram losing its positive bias; increasing downside volume.
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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