SYK technical analysis

SYK 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

SYK Data Verification

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

Symbol
SYK
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)311.07July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)311.07July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

SYK Technical Analysis Summary

SYK (Stryker Corporation) shows a mixed technical picture across timeframes. The daily chart turned bearish after a sharp 6.15% decline on July 14 pushed price to 311.07, below the SMA20 (318.12). On the weekly chart, price at 329.78 is above SMA20 (324.82) and SMA200 (320.69) but below SMA50 (349.90). RSI14 at 45.68 on the daily and 49.64 on the weekly reflects neutral to bearish momentum. The daily MACD histogram turned negative at -0.08, while the weekly MACD shows improvement with a positive histogram at 3.00. Key support is at 298.39 (20-day low) and 280.25 (60-day low). Key resistance is at 336.15 (20-day high). A sustained move above SMA20 with volume would stabilize the outlook; a break below 298.39 would signal further 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 to bearish. Price at 311.07 is below SMA20 (318.12) but above SMA50 (308.67). SMA200 at 343.96 is well above price, indicating a long-term downtrend. The sharp 6.15% decline pushed price below the SMA20, breaking the short-term uptrend.
Momentum
Neutral to bearish. RSI14 at 45.68 is below the neutral 50 level, reflecting weakening momentum. MACD at 4.20 is below the signal line at 4.28 with a negative histogram at -0.08, indicating short-term bearish pressure.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 10.43 (3.35% of price) reflects normal daily swings. Bollinger Bands (297.75 to 338.48) show price near the lower band after the large decline, suggesting an oversold condition in the short term.
Volume
Above average. Latest volume of 4,052,913 is 146.7% of the 20-period average (2,761,891), indicating elevated participation in the sell-off.

Assessment

The daily timeframe turned bearish with the sharp decline breaking below SMA20. RSI below 50 and a negative MACD histogram confirm weakening momentum. Price is approaching the 20-day low at 298.39. A test of this level is possible if selling continues. The lower Bollinger Band at 297.75 may provide near-term support.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 329.78 is above SMA20 (324.82) and SMA200 (320.69) but below SMA50 (349.90). The SMA50 is sloping downward, indicating intermediate-term weakness despite the longer-term structure holding above the SMA200.
Momentum
Improving. RSI14 at 49.64 is right at the neutral level. MACD at -9.22 is above the signal line at -12.21 with a positive histogram at 3.00, indicating momentum is improving from oversold levels even though the MACD line remains negative.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 19.93 (6.04% of price) reflects wide weekly swings, consistent with the stock decline from 52-week highs. Bollinger Bands (279.63 to 370.00) show price below the middle band at 324.82.
Volume
At average. Weekly volume of 11,705,700 is at 99.6% of the 20-week average (11,752,930), suggesting no extraordinary participation in either direction.

Assessment

The weekly chart shows a stock in transition. Price is holding above the SMA200 at 320.69, which is a positive structural signal. The improving MACD (positive histogram at 3.00) offers a glimmer of momentum recovery. However, the SMA50 sloping down at 349.90 and price 22% below the 52-week high of 400.79 indicate significant overhead resistance.

Key indicators

SYK Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)45.6849.64
MACD (12, 26, 9)4.20 / 4.28 / -0.08-9.22 / -12.21 / 3.00
ATR (14)10.43 (3.35%)19.93 (6.04%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)297.75 - 338.48279.63 - 370.00
SMA (20)318.12324.82
SMA (50)308.67349.90
SMA (200)343.96320.69

Price structure

SYK Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price311.07329.78
1-Period Return-6.15%+0.99%
5-Period Return-5.66%+8.18%
20-Period Return-0.10%-12.80%
60-Period Return-7.83%-15.31%
252-Period Return-19.31%+26.84%
52-Week Low280.25280.25
52-Week High400.79400.79
52-Week Position25.57%41.09%

Key levels

SYK Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High336.15387.25
20-Period Low298.39280.25
60-Period High346.59400.79
60-Period Low280.25280.25

Scenarios

SYK Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price stabilizes above SMA50 (308.67) on the daily and reclaims SMA20 (318.12) with above-average volume.

Invalidation

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 298.39 and then the 60-day low at 280.25.

What to watch

Daily RSI recovering above 50; weekly MACD histogram continuing to build above zero; price holding above SMA200 on the weekly at 320.69.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between 298.39 support and 336.15 resistance with declining volume and RSI between 40 and 55.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with expanding volume.

What to watch

Daily MACD histogram recovering toward zero; Bollinger Bands narrowing; volume declining on bounces.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 298.39 on above-average volume, followed by a move below the 60-day low at 280.25.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 (318.12) on strong volume and holds above SMA50 (308.67).

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 40; volume expanding on down days; price approaching the lower Bollinger Band at 297.75 and failing to hold.

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.