UL technical analysis
UL 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
UL Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- UL
- 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 | 64.43 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 64.43 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
UL Technical Analysis Summary
UL (Unilever PLC) is showing a recovering technical picture after a sharp pullback. On the daily chart, price at 64.43 trades above SMA20 (62.63), SMA50 (60.24), and SMA200 (62.95), after rebounding from the 59.90 20-day low, with RSI14 at 58.17 and a slightly positive MACD histogram of 0.07. The weekly chart is mixed but improving: the last completed week (the week of July 27, 2026) closed at 63.41, above the weekly SMA20 (59.03) and SMA200 (58.49) but below the weekly SMA50 (63.90), on volume nearly double the 20-week average. Key resistance is 67.45 at the 20-day and 20-week high, with the 52-week high near 73.70 to 74.03 above it. Key support is 59.90 at the 20-day low, with the 60-day and 52-week low zone near 54.43 to 54.75 as the deeper floor. UL trades near the midpoint of its 52-week range, so the rebound is constructive, but a confirmed break above 67.45 is needed to extend the recovery.
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
- Recovering and mildly bullish. Price at 64.43 is above SMA20 (62.63, +2.87%), SMA50 (60.24, +6.96%), and SMA200 (62.95, +2.35%). SMA20 sits above SMA50, but SMA200 is still above SMA20, so the moving-average structure is flattening after the pullback rather than in a clean bullish stack.
- Momentum
- Mildly bullish. RSI14 at 58.17 is above the neutral 50 level, showing modest positive momentum without approaching overbought conditions. MACD at 1.15 is above the signal at 1.07 with a small positive histogram of 0.07, a mildly supportive signal consistent with a large-cap consumer staples stock.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 1.39 (2.16% of price) reflects a wider recent range after the pullback. Bollinger Bands (58.95 to 66.31) have expanded, with the close in the upper half of the band.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 3,684,400 is 68.3% of the 20-period average (5,397,660), showing lighter participation in the latest session after the rebound.
Assessment
The daily chart shows price recovering above all three major moving averages after testing the 59.90 20-day low. RSI at 58.17 and a slightly positive MACD histogram support a stabilizing tone. Resistance at 67.45 is the near-term ceiling, while the 60-day low at 54.75 is the deeper downside reference. Below-average volume tempers conviction in the rebound, so a confirmed break above 67.45 would add strength to the setup.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed but improving. The last completed week closed at 63.41, above the weekly SMA20 (59.03, +7.42%) and SMA200 (58.49, +8.41%) but below the weekly SMA50 (63.90, -0.77%). The bounce lifted price back above the shorter and longer averages, but the weekly averages are not yet in bullish order.
- Momentum
- Neutral to improving. RSI14 at 54.95 is just above the neutral 50 level. MACD at -0.51 remains below the signal at -1.32, but the positive histogram of 0.81 shows that downside momentum has faded.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 3.06 (4.83% of price) reflects the wide weekly ranges during the pullback. Bollinger Bands (54.44 to 63.62) are wide, with the close near the upper band.
- Volume
- Well above average. The latest completed week traded 42,757,100 shares, 191.3% of the 20-week average (22,345,715), confirming strong participation in the rebound.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows a strong rebound week from the 54.43 low zone, with price closing near the upper Bollinger band on roughly double the average weekly volume. Price is back above the weekly SMA20 and SMA200 but still below the weekly SMA50 at 63.90. The positive weekly MACD histogram and above-average volume suggest the bounce has momentum, though a weekly close above 63.90 would be needed to confirm a broader recovery.
Key indicators
UL Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 58.17 | 54.95 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 1.15 / 1.07 / 0.07 | -0.51 / -1.32 / 0.81 |
| ATR (14) | 1.39 (2.16%) | 3.06 (4.83%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 58.95 - 66.31 | 54.44 - 63.62 |
| SMA (20) | 62.63 | 59.03 |
| SMA (50) | 60.24 | 63.90 |
| SMA (200) | 62.95 | 58.49 |
Price structure
UL Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 64.43 | 63.41 |
| 1-Period Return | +0.55% | +4.05% |
| 5-Period Return | -2.38% | +4.72% |
| 20-Period Return | +4.19% | -0.05% |
| 60-Period Return | +11.38% | -7.53% |
| 252-Period Return | -1.59% | +22.78% |
| 52-Week Low | 54.43 | 54.43 |
| 52-Week High | 73.70 | 74.03 |
| 52-Week Position | 51.89% | 45.82% |
Key levels
UL 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 | 67.45 | 67.45 |
| 20-Period Low | 59.90 | 54.43 |
| 60-Period High | 67.45 | 74.03 |
| 60-Period Low | 54.75 | 54.43 |
Scenarios
UL Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price breaks and holds above the 67.45 20-day and 20-week high on above-average volume.
Invalidation
Price closes back below the daily SMA20 at 62.63.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 55; the weekly MACD histogram staying positive; a weekly close above the weekly SMA50 at 63.90; volume expanding on up days.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price continues to trade between the 59.90 20-day low and the 67.45 recent high.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with rising volume.
What to watch
RSI staying between 45 and 60; price holding above the daily SMA200 at 62.95; Bollinger Bands staying roughly flat.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the 59.90 20-day low and then the 54.75 60-day low.
Invalidation
Price reclaims and holds the daily SMA20 at 62.63.
What to watch
Daily RSI falling below 50; the daily MACD histogram turning negative; a weekly close below the weekly SMA200 at 58.49.
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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