UL technical analysis

UL 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

UL Data Verification

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

Symbol
UL
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)64.12July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)64.12July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

UL Technical Analysis Summary

UL (Unilever) presents a moderately bullish technical picture with distinct differences between daily and weekly timeframes. On the daily chart, price at 64.12 trades above SMA20 (62.83) and SMA50 (61.95), though it sits just below SMA200 (64.48). The SMA20 is above SMA50, confirming short-term bullish alignment. RSI14 at 56.22 is in neutral-bullish territory, while the daily MACD shows the MACD line at 0.41 above the signal line at 0.28 with a positive histogram of 0.13, indicating modest bullish momentum. The weekly chart shows a more mixed picture: price is above SMA20 (62.74) but below SMA50 (64.89) and SMA200 (62.41). RSI on the weekly at 53.74 is neutral. Key support sits at 62.18 (20-day low) and 60.87 (60-day low). Resistance is at 65.72 (20-day and 60-day high). The overall picture is one of cautious optimism with price working its way higher after a consolidation phase.

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
Moderately bullish. Price at 64.12 is above SMA20 (62.83, +2.05%) and SMA50 (61.95, +3.50%) but slightly below SMA200 (64.48, -0.56%). The SMA20 is above SMA50, confirming short-term bullish alignment. The SMA200 is roughly flat, reflecting the absence of a strong long-term directional bias.
Momentum
Mildly bullish. RSI14 at 56.22 is above the 50 midline, indicating modest bullish momentum without approaching overbought levels. MACD at 0.41 with signal at 0.28 and a positive histogram of 0.13 confirms a mild bullish bias. Momentum readings are moderate rather than strong, consistent with a consumer staples stock.
Volatility
Low to moderate. ATR14 at 0.89 (1.39% of price) reflects below-average volatility typical for a large-cap consumer defensive stock. Bollinger Bands (61.27 to 64.89) are relatively narrow, suggesting a period of low volatility and potential for expansion.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 2,847,300 is 67.4% of the 20-period average (4,224,000), indicating reduced participation. Light volume during the gradual uptrend suggests cautious participation.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a gradual uptrend with price trading above the short-term moving averages. The RSI at 56 and positive MACD histogram point to gentle bullish momentum. The price just below SMA200 at 64.48 makes this level a near-term resistance to watch. The narrow Bollinger Bands suggest a volatility contraction, which often precedes a more significant directional move. Below-average volume tempers conviction in the rally.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 64.05 is above SMA20 (62.74) but below SMA50 (64.89) and just above SMA200 (62.41). The SMA20 is sloping upward while SMA50 is roughly flat, reflecting an absence of strong trend conviction at the weekly level.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 53.74 is near the 50 midline, reflecting a lack of strong directional momentum. MACD at 0.58 with signal at 0.46 and a histogram of 0.12 is mildly positive but subdued.
Volatility
Low. ATR14 at 1.50 (2.34% of price) is consistent with the low-volatility profile of a large-cap consumer staples stock. The weekly Bollinger Bands (59.19 to 67.26) reflect the range-bound nature of the stock over recent months.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 13,210,500 is 85.6% of the 20-week average (15,433,400), near normal participation for Unilever.

Assessment

The weekly chart shows a stock that has been range-bound between roughly 59 and 67 over recent months. Price is caught between SMA20 (62.74) above and SMA50 (64.89) below, reflecting the lack of clear directional conviction. The neutral RSI and flat MACD histogram confirm the absence of strong momentum. The stock appears to be in a consolidation or basing phase after recovering from the lows near 56 seen in mid-2025.

Key indicators

UL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)56.2253.74
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.41 / 0.28 / 0.130.58 / 0.46 / 0.12
ATR (14)0.89 (1.39%)1.50 (2.34%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)61.27 - 64.8959.19 - 67.26
SMA (20)62.8362.74
SMA (50)61.9564.89
SMA (200)64.4862.41

Price structure

UL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price64.1264.05
1-Period Return+0.41%+1.36%
5-Period Return+1.73%+2.79%
20-Period Return+3.47%+5.82%
60-Period Return+5.68%+7.98%
252-Period Return+4.52%+5.18%
52-Week Low55.5255.52
52-Week High68.3468.34
52-Week Position60.91%60.65%

Key levels

UL Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High65.7267.26
20-Period Low62.1860.99
60-Period High65.7268.34
60-Period Low60.8755.52

Scenarios

UL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above the 20-day high at 65.72 and reclaims SMA200 at 64.48 with conviction.

Invalidation

Price falls back below SMA20 (62.83) and breaks the 20-day low at 62.18.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 55; MACD histogram expanding; weekly RSI above 55; increasing volume on up days.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between SMA20 support at 62.83 and the recent high at 65.72.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with increasing volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 45 and 60; Bollinger Bands remaining narrow; volume continuing below average.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below the 20-day low at 62.18 and subsequently the 60-day low at 60.87.

Invalidation

Price reclaims and holds above SMA20 (62.83) and SMA50 (61.95).

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; MACD histogram turning negative; weekly RSI falling below 50; volume increasing on down days.

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 (502 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.