UAL technical analysis

UAL Technical Analysis

Analysis date

August 5, 2026

Market

NASDAQ (USD)

Daily cutoff

August 4, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

UAL Data Verification

Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.

Symbol
UAL
Market
NASDAQ
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Latest completed bar
August 4, 2026

Historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions when applicable. Date and closing-price consistency checks passed for the latest completed daily bar.

Validation seriesLatest CloseDateDifferenceStatus
Calculation series132.62August 4, 2026-Verified
Verification series132.62August 4, 20260.00%Verified

Bottom line

UAL Technical Analysis Summary

UAL shows a strong bullish uptrend on both the daily and weekly timeframes. On the daily chart, price at 132.62 closed above the SMA20 (121.69), SMA50 (119.58), and SMA200 (105.82) after a sharp two-session rally from 121.33 on July 31 to 132.62 on August 4. The daily RSI at 63.71 sits in bullish territory but below the overbought threshold, and the MACD histogram has turned positive (0.85), signaling renewed upside momentum. The weekly chart shows price at 121.33 well above rising moving averages with a positive MACD histogram (1.40), confirming the longer-term uptrend remains intact. Immediate resistance is the 20-period high of 133.88, with the 52-week high of 138.77 as the key upside objective. Support sits at the SMA20 of 121.69, the SMA50 of 119.58, and the 20-period low of 111.62. A sustained close above 138.77 would open the path to new highs; a break below 111.62 would suggest a deeper correction.

Multi-timeframe dashboard

Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard

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

Daily (August 4, 2026)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 132.62 trades above SMA20 (121.69), SMA50 (119.58), and SMA200 (105.82), with all moving averages in a bullish alignment after the recent rally.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 63.71 is above the neutral 50 midline and below the overbought threshold of 70. MACD at 1.57 with signal at 0.71 and a positive histogram of 0.85 confirms a recent bullish crossover, suggesting upward momentum.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 5.08 (3.83% of price) reflects typical daily movement for an airline stock. Bollinger Bands (112.44 to 130.93) show price closing above the upper band after the sharp rally, indicating a short-term overextension.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 3,634,063 is 81.0% of the 20-period average (4,488,558), indicating the move on August 4 occurred on slightly below-average participation.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a strong bullish setup. Price reclaimed and moved well above the SMA20 after a sharp two-day rally, and the positive MACD histogram confirms momentum favors the bulls. The close above the upper Bollinger Band highlights a short-term overextension, so some consolidation would not be unusual before the next leg higher. Support at the SMA20 (121.69) and SMA50 (119.58) guards the bullish structure.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 121.33 trades above SMA20 (107.58), SMA50 (105.30), and SMA200 (69.70), with all moving averages sloping upward in a bullish alignment.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 56.59 is above the neutral midline and well below the overbought threshold of 70. MACD at 6.22 with signal at 4.82 and a positive histogram of 1.40 confirms bullish momentum on the weekly scale.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 11.42 (9.41% of price) reflects higher-than-average weekly ranges, consistent with the wide price swings seen in recent months.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 17,995,900 is 59.0% of the 20-week average (30,487,020), indicating below-normal participation during the recent pullback.

Assessment

The weekly chart confirms a strong bullish trend. Price has rallied sharply over the past year and remains well above rising moving averages despite a pullback from the 138.77 high in July. The RSI at 56.59 has room to run before overbought territory, and the positive MACD histogram keeps the longer-term bias bullish. The recent daily strength suggests the weekly pullback may be resolving to the upside.

Key indicators

UAL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)63.7156.59
MACD (12, 26, 9)1.57 / 0.71 / 0.856.22 / 4.82 / 1.40
ATR (14)5.08 (3.83%)11.42 (9.41%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)112.44 - 130.9378.37 - 136.78
SMA (20)121.69107.58
SMA (50)119.58105.30
SMA (200)105.8269.70

Price structure

UAL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price132.62121.33
1-Period Return+3.29%+2.59%
5-Period Return+7.15%-10.86%
20-Period Return+3.36%+40.10%
60-Period Return+33.02%+44.05%
252-Period Return+56.82%+136.33%
52-Week Low84.6484.64
52-Week High138.77138.77
52-Week Position88.64%67.78%

Key levels

UAL Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High133.88138.77
20-Period Low111.6284.64
60-Period High138.77138.77
60-Period Low88.3471.55

Scenarios

UAL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and holds above the 52-week high of 138.77 with above-average volume, confirming renewed upside momentum.

Invalidation

Price fails below 138.77 and drops back under the SMA20 (121.69).

What to watch

Sustained close above 138.77; daily RSI pushing above 65; MACD histogram staying positive on both timeframes.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price consolidates between the SMA50 support at 119.58 and the 52-week high resistance at 138.77.

Invalidation

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

What to watch

RSI oscillating between 50 and 65; MACD histogram flattening near zero; volume fading after the sharp rally.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the SMA50 support at 119.58 with above-average volume.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 (121.69) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained close below 119.58; daily RSI dropping below 50; a break of the 20-period low at 111.62.

Methodology

Methodology and Limitations

This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 4, 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 4, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 5, 2026.