VRSN technical analysis

VRSN Technical Analysis

Analysis date

July 15, 2026

Market

NasdaqGS (USD)

Daily cutoff

July 14, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

VRSN Data Verification

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

Symbol
VRSN
Market
NasdaqGS
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)268.85July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)268.85July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

VRSN Technical Analysis Summary

VRSN (VeriSign) shows a mixed technical structure across timeframes. On the daily chart, price at 268.85 sits above SMA20 (260.95) and SMA200 (255.55) but below SMA50 (278.76), creating a mixed trend. RSI14 at 50.92 is neutral with no directional bias. The daily MACD is below the zero line at -2.47, though the positive histogram at 2.55 indicates that bearish momentum has been slowing. On the weekly chart, the trend remains structurally bullish with price above SMA20 (266.42), SMA50 (258.12), and SMA200 (218.69), but the weekly MACD has delivered a bearish crossover (MACD 5.32 below signal 7.26) with a negative histogram at -1.94. VRSN trades approximately 14% below its 52-week high of 312.48. Key near-term support is at 244.74 (20-day low) and resistance at 280.49 (20-day high). The conflicting signals suggest VRSN is in 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
Mixed. Price at 268.85 is above SMA20 (260.95) and SMA200 (255.55) but below SMA50 (278.76). The SMA50 at 278.76 sits above SMA20, creating a bearish near-term alignment while the SMA200 slopes upward, supporting the longer-term structure. Price has pulled back from the 280.49 area (20-day high) after failing to hold above the SMA50.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 50.92 is at the exact midpoint, providing no directional signal. MACD at -2.47 is below the zero line but above the signal line at -5.02, and the positive histogram at 2.55 shows that downside momentum has been contracting in recent sessions. This narrowing MACD setup often precedes a potential trend change.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 7.42 (2.76% of price) is within the normal range for VRSN. Bollinger Bands (243.53 to 278.36) are moderately wide with price near the middle band (260.95), indicating no significant volatility expansion.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 513,079 is 60.8% of the 20-period average (843,319), suggesting reduced participation and indecision among market participants.

Assessment

The daily timeframe shows a market in transition. Price is above short-term and long-term moving averages but faces resistance at the SMA50. The MACD narrowing is a development to watch, as a potential bullish crossover would shift the momentum picture. However, the neutral RSI and below-average volume suggest the market lacks conviction. A close above 280.49 (20-day high) would be the first sign of renewed upside momentum.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Bullish. Price at 270.11 is above SMA20 (266.42), SMA50 (258.12), and SMA200 (218.69), with the SMAs in a bullish alignment (20 above 50 above 200). The SMA200 continues to slope upward, confirming a long-term uptrend.
Momentum
Bearish divergence. RSI14 at 52.24 is above neutral but no longer showing strong momentum. The weekly MACD has generated a bearish crossover: MACD line at 5.32 has crossed below the signal line at 7.26, and the histogram at -1.94 is negative and expanding. This is a cautionary signal on the longer timeframe.
Volatility
Elevated. ATR14 at 16.74 (6.20% of price) reflects above-average weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (224.02 to 308.82) are wide, and price has retreated from the upper band toward the middle, consistent with the recent pullback from the 312.48 high.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 3,441,300 is 85.2% of the 20-week average (4,040,550), showing normal participation without extreme selling or buying pressure.

Assessment

The weekly timeframe presents a cautionary picture within an otherwise bullish structure. While the trend remains bullish with price above all SMAs, the bearish MACD crossover is a notable technical development that suggests a loss of upside momentum. The price has corrected from the 312.48 high back toward the SMA20 (266.42), a natural pullback in an uptrend. The key question is whether the SMA20 will hold as support and the MACD will stabilize, or if further deterioration leads to a deeper correction.

Key indicators

VRSN Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)50.9252.24
MACD (12, 26, 9)-2.47 / -5.02 / 2.555.32 / 7.26 / -1.94
ATR (14)7.42 (2.76%)16.74 (6.20%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)243.53 - 278.36224.02 - 308.82
SMA (20)260.95266.42
SMA (50)278.76258.12
SMA (200)255.55218.69

Price structure

VRSN Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price268.85270.11
1-Period Return-0.54%+5.33%
5-Period Return+0.78%-8.41%
20-Period Return-3.94%+25.44%
60-Period Return-1.56%-3.15%
252-Period Return-3.27%+23.98%
52-Week Low207.53207.53
52-Week High312.48312.48
52-Week Position58.43%59.63%

Key levels

VRSN Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High280.49312.48
20-Period Low244.74208.98
60-Period High312.48312.48
60-Period Low244.74207.53

Scenarios

VRSN Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above 280.49 (20-day high) and holds above SMA50 (278.76), followed by a weekly MACD histogram turning positive.

Invalidation

Price falls below the 20-day low of 244.74.

What to watch

Weekly MACD for a bullish recross; sustained volume above the 20-day average; close above 280.49.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between 244.74 support and 280.49-312.48 resistance, with RSI hovering near 50.

Invalidation

A decisive break of either boundary with above-average volume and a weekly MACD confirmation.

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 60; volume remaining near average or below; price consolidating near SMA20.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below 244.74 (20-day low) and the SMA20 (260.95), with weekly MACD histogram further expanding negatively.

Invalidation

Price reclaims the SMA50 (278.76) on the daily chart.

What to watch

Sustained closes below SMA20; weekly MACD continuing to deteriorate; increased selling volume.

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.