VMC technical analysis
VMC 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
VMC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- VMC
- 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 | 286.77 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 286.77 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
VMC Technical Analysis Summary
VMC is in a corrective pullback after reaching its 52-week high of 329.81. The daily chart shows early stabilization, with the close of 286.77 back above SMA20 (284.07) but still below SMA50 (288.04) and SMA200 (289.41), neutral RSI14 at 51.17, and a MACD histogram that has turned positive at 0.31. The weekly picture remains corrective: the completed weekly close of 268.57 sits below SMA20 (284.18) and SMA50 (290.91), above SMA200 (242.67), with RSI14 at 42.21 and a negative MACD histogram of -1.10. The key support zone is 251.85 to 251.92 (20-week low, 60-day low, and 52-week low), while resistance is the 20-day high at 300.63 and the 52-week high at 329.81. Daily volume was below average (0.67x) while weekly volume was above average (1.38x). A daily close back above SMA50 and SMA200 would signal that the correction is stabilizing; a weekly break below 251.85 would extend the pullback.
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
- Mixed but improving. Price at 286.77 is above SMA20 (284.07) but below SMA50 (288.04) and SMA200 (289.41). The stock rebounded from the 266.68 20-day low in late July and reclaimed SMA20, though it has not yet cleared the two higher averages.
- Momentum
- Neutral with early recovery. RSI14 at 51.17 sits near the 50 midline. MACD at -2.61 is above its signal at -2.92 with a positive histogram of 0.31, following the rebound off the late-July low.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 9.15 (3.19% of price) reflects wider daily swings after the recent pullback. Bollinger Bands (269.55 to 298.60) place the close above the middle band, consistent with the short-term recovery.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 733,200 is 0.67x the 20-period average (1,093,735), indicating reduced participation during the rebound.
Assessment
The daily chart is stabilizing after a sharp pullback. Price reclaimed SMA20 at 284.07 but remains below SMA50 at 288.04 and SMA200 at 289.41. RSI14 at 51.17 is neutral and the MACD histogram has turned positive, so short-term momentum is recovering. Below-average volume does not confirm strong accumulation. The immediate test is a close back above SMA50 and SMA200; on the downside, the 266.68 20-day low is the near-term reference, with the 251.85 to 251.92 zone (52-week low and 60-day low) forming the larger support.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Corrective. The completed weekly close of 268.57 is below SMA20 (284.18) and SMA50 (290.91) but above SMA200 (242.67). The pullback from the late June area has pushed price below the two shorter averages while the long-term SMA200 remains intact.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 42.21 is below the 50 midline. MACD at -0.89 is below its signal at 0.21 with a negative histogram of -1.10, confirming downward momentum on the weekly timeframe.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 19.55 (7.28% of price) reflects wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (254.73 to 313.62) are broad, with the close in the lower half after the five-week decline.
- Volume
- Above average. Weekly volume of 7,806,000 is 1.38x the 20-week average (5,646,125), showing active selling participation during the pullback.
Assessment
The weekly chart remains in a corrective phase. Price is below SMA20 (284.18) and SMA50 (290.91) with RSI14 at 42.21 and a negative MACD histogram, after a -13.74% five-week decline from the late June high. Above-average weekly volume points to real selling during the retracement. Support sits at the 251.85 to 251.57 zone (20-week low, 60-week low, and 52-week low), with weekly SMA200 at 242.67 below. A weekly close back above SMA20 at 284.18 would be the first sign that the correction is ending.
Key indicators
VMC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 51.17 | 42.21 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -2.61 / -2.92 / +0.31 | -0.89 / +0.21 / -1.10 |
| ATR (14) | 9.15 (3.19%) | 19.55 (7.28%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 269.55 - 298.60 | 254.73 - 313.62 |
| Volume (vs 20-period avg) | 733.2K (0.67x) | 7.8M (1.38x) |
| SMA (20) | 284.07 | 284.18 |
| SMA (50) | 288.04 | 290.91 |
| SMA (200) | 289.41 | 242.67 |
Price structure
VMC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Return | +0.59% | -3.98% |
| 5-Period Return | +1.00% | -13.74% |
| 20-Period Return | +0.06% | +1.39% |
| 60-Period Return | +1.28% | +2.16% |
| 252-Period Return | +2.49% | +61.30% |
| 52-Week Range Position | 44.8% | 21.4% |
Key levels
VMC 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 | 300.63 | 321.16 |
| 20-Period Low | 266.68 | 251.85 |
| 60-Period High | 321.16 | 329.81 |
| 60-Period Low | 251.92 | 251.57 |
| 52-Week High | 329.81 | 329.81 |
| 52-Week Low | 251.85 | 251.85 |
Scenarios
VMC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
A daily close back above SMA50 (288.04) and SMA200 (289.41), followed by a break above the 20-day high of 300.63 on above-average volume.
Invalidation
A weekly close back below the 251.85 support zone.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 55, the daily MACD histogram continuing to expand, and the weekly MACD histogram turning positive.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price continues to trade between the 266.68 20-day low and the 300.63 20-day high, with the daily close remaining below SMA50 at 288.04.
Invalidation
A decisive daily close above 300.63 or below 266.68.
What to watch
RSI staying between 40 and 60 on the daily chart, a flattening MACD histogram, and volume remaining near or below average.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the 20-day low of 266.68 and then the 251.85 support zone, with a weekly close below the 20-week low.
Invalidation
A daily close back above SMA50 at 288.04 and a recovery above the 20-day high at 300.63.
What to watch
Daily RSI falling below 45, the daily MACD histogram turning negative again, and the weekly RSI holding below 50.
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 and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Past performance and historical patterns are not indicative of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal. Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Readers should conduct their 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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