UAL technical analysis

UAL Technical Analysis

Analysis date

July 15, 2026

Market

NASDAQ (USD)

Daily cutoff

July 14, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

UAL Data Verification

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

Symbol
UAL
Market
NASDAQ
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)120.35July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)120.35July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

UAL Technical Analysis Summary

UAL shows a strong bullish uptrend on the weekly timeframe with price well above all key moving averages, while the daily chart shows a short-term pullback from the 52-week high. The daily RSI at 47.52 sits slightly below the neutral midline, and the MACD histogram has turned negative (-2.12), suggesting the near-term pullback may continue. The weekly RSI at 60.14 remains in bullish territory with a strongly positive MACD histogram (3.66), confirming the broader uptrend is intact. Key support is at the SMA50 of 112.00 and the 20-period low of 115.40. A sustained close above the 20-period high of 138.77 would signal renewed upside momentum; a break below 112.00 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 (July 14, 2026)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 120.35 trades below SMA20 (126.87) but above SMA50 (112.00) and SMA200 (104.13). The SMA20 remains above SMA50 and SMA200, reflecting a medium-term bullish alignment, but the recent break below SMA20 signals short-term weakness.
Momentum
Slightly bearish. RSI14 at 47.52 is below the neutral 50 midline, indicating mild bearish bias. MACD at 3.68 with signal at 5.79 and a negative histogram of -2.12 confirms a bearish crossover, suggesting downward momentum in the near term.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 5.11 (4.25% of price) reflects typical daily movement for an airline stock. Bollinger Bands (113.13 to 140.61) show price between the middle and lower bands, consistent with the pullback phase.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 4,178,747 is 75.6% of the 20-period average (5,528,717), indicating below-normal participation during the pullback phase.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a short-term pullback within a broader uptrend. Price has broken below the SMA20 after rallying to 138.77, and the negative MACD histogram suggests selling pressure persists. The RSI below 50 leans bearish in the near term. A recovery above SMA20 (126.87) would indicate the pullback is losing steam.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 126.00 trades above SMA20 (104.07), SMA50 (103.69), and SMA200 (68.44). All moving averages are sloping upward in a bullish alignment, confirming a strong medium-to-long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Bullish. RSI14 at 60.14 is in bullish territory and well below the overbought threshold of 70. MACD at 7.06 with signal at 3.40 and a positive histogram of 3.66 confirms bullish momentum is building on the weekly scale.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 11.94 (9.48% of price) reflects higher-than-average weekly ranges, consistent with the strong uptrend and sharp price movements seen in recent weeks.
Volume
Below average. Weekly volume of 21,533,500 is 63.5% of the 20-week average (33,920,625), indicating below-normal participation during the ongoing uptrend.

Assessment

The weekly chart confirms a strong bullish trend. Price has rallied sharply from the 52-week low of 82.42 to 126.00, a significant gain. The RSI at 60.14 has room to run before reaching overbought levels. The strongly positive MACD histogram confirms momentum favors the bulls. The daily pullback appears to be a normal correction within a powerful weekly uptrend.

Key indicators

UAL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)47.5260.14
MACD (12, 26, 9)3.68 / 5.79 / -2.127.06 / 3.40 / 3.66
ATR (14)5.11 (4.25%)11.94 (9.48%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)113.13 - 140.6174.62 - 133.52
SMA (20)126.87104.07
SMA (50)112.00103.69
SMA (200)104.1368.44

Price structure

UAL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price120.35126.00
1-Period Return-0.67%-5.49%
5-Period Return-6.20%+19.17%
20-Period Return+4.18%+11.47%
60-Period Return+26.64%+61.68%
252-Period Return+37.24%+184.17%
52-Week Low82.4282.42
52-Week High138.77138.77
52-Week Position67.31%77.34%

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 High138.77138.77
20-Period Low115.4084.64
60-Period High138.77138.77
60-Period Low87.9571.55

Scenarios

UAL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks and holds above the 20-period high of 138.77 with above-average volume, confirming the daily pullback is over.

Invalidation

Price fails at resistance near 138.77 and drops back below SMA20 (126.87).

What to watch

Sustained close above 138.77; daily RSI recovering above 60; MACD histogram turning positive on the daily chart.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between the SMA50 support at 112.00 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 40 and 60; MACD histogram flattening near zero; volume declining as the pullback stabilizes.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the SMA50 support at 112.00 with above-average volume.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA20 (126.87) and holds above it.

What to watch

Sustained close below 112.00; daily RSI dropping below 40; weekly RSI declining below 50.

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.