WAT technical analysis
WAT 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
WAT Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- WAT
- 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 | 400.00 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 400.00 | August 5, 2026 (previous close) | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
WAT Technical Analysis Summary
WAT technical analysis shows a strong bullish daily setup and a recovering weekly structure after the stock reported second-quarter earnings. On the daily chart, price closed at 400.00 on August 5, 2026, above the SMA20 (377.06), SMA50 (370.94), and SMA200 (355.24), with the moving averages in a bullish stack. RSI14 at 64.61 is strong but has not reached overbought, and the MACD line at 5.74 sits above the signal at 3.94 with a positive histogram of 1.81. Price trades at the 89.8% position of its 52-week range, and the close above the upper Bollinger band suggests the move is extended short term. The weekly chart is recovering: price at 377.31 is above all weekly moving averages, though the SMA20 (344.74) remains just below the SMA50 (347.29). Weekly RSI at 57.04 and a positive MACD histogram support the rebound from the 20-week low near 284.08. Key resistance is at 402.48, which is the 20 and 60 day high, with the 52-week high at 414.15 above it. Support sits at the daily SMA20 at 377.06, then 345.21 (20-day low) and 323.85 (60-day low). A sustained break above 402.48 would open the path toward 414.15; a loss of the SMA20 at 377.06 would signal short-term weakness.
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
- Bullish. Price at 400.00 is above SMA20 (377.06), SMA50 (370.94), and SMA200 (355.24), with the moving averages aligned bullishly (SMA20 above SMA50 above SMA200). After a pullback to the 60-day low near 323.85, price has rebounded strongly and the latest session closed near the 20 and 60 day high of 402.48. The close above the upper Bollinger band shows the recent move is strong but short-term extended.
- Momentum
- Constructive. RSI14 at 64.61 is above the 50 midline and in the upper half of neutral territory, approaching but not yet reaching the 70 overbought threshold. MACD line at 5.74 is above the signal at 3.94 with a positive histogram of 1.81, confirming upside momentum after the earnings-driven rally. Momentum supports the uptrend, though the elevated RSI suggests a short-term pause is possible.
- Volatility
- Moderate to elevated. ATR14 at 13.18 (3.30% of price) reflects above-average daily movement around the earnings event. Bollinger Bands run from 359.05 to 395.08, and price closed above the upper band at 400.00, indicating the advance has stretched the short-term range.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 1,104,500 is 125.5% of the 20-period average (879,770), showing elevated participation during the earnings-driven advance. Higher volume on the up move supports the rally, though it often follows an earnings release and may normalize.
Assessment
The daily chart is bullish. Price is above all key moving averages in a bullish alignment, and momentum is positive with RSI at 64.61 and a positive MACD histogram. The stock has rallied from the 60-day low near 323.85 to close at 400.00, near the 20 and 60 day high of 402.48. The close above the upper Bollinger band and RSI approaching 70 suggest the move is extended short term, so a pause or pullback is possible before the next leg. Resistance is at 402.48 and then the 52-week high at 414.15. Support sits at the SMA20 at 377.06, then the 20-day low at 345.21 and the 60-day low at 323.85. A sustained close above 402.48 would extend the uptrend, while a break below the SMA20 would signal short-term weakness.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed, recovering. Price at 377.31 is above SMA20 (344.74), SMA50 (347.29), and SMA200 (328.05), but the SMA20 is still slightly below the SMA50, so the moving averages are not yet in full bullish alignment. After the pullback to the 20-week low near 284.08 in early 2026, price has recovered strongly, with a 20-week return of about 31.7%.
- Momentum
- Improving. RSI14 at 57.04 is back above the 50 midline after the recovery. MACD line at 9.83 is above the signal at 5.70 with a positive histogram of 4.14, confirming the rebound from the early-2026 low. Momentum is constructive but not yet overbought, leaving room for the recovery to continue.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 26.24 (6.96% of price) reflects normal weekly ranges for the stock. Bollinger Bands run from 283.92 to 405.56, and price is trading in the upper portion of the bands, consistent with the recent recovery.
- Volume
- Slightly below average. Latest weekly volume of 3,944,400 is 83.5% of the 20-week average (4,726,900), showing participation has eased during the rebound. Volume may increase if price approaches the resistance zone.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows a recovery within a broader range. Price at 377.31 has recovered to the 73.5% position of its 52-week range after pulling back to the 20-week low near 284.08, and the 20-week return of about 31.7% reflects the strength of the rebound. RSI at 57.04 and a positive MACD histogram support the recovery, though the SMA20 at 344.74 is still below the SMA50 at 347.29, meaning the trend has not fully realigned. The 20-week high at 391.87 and the 52-week high at 414.15 are the overhead resistance levels to watch. Support sits at the SMA20 at 344.74, then the 20-week low at 284.08 and the 60-week low at 275.05. A weekly close above 391.87 would strengthen the recovery, while a break below the SMA20 would signal that the rebound is losing momentum.
Key indicators
WAT Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 64.61 | 57.04 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 5.74 / 3.94 / 1.81 | 9.83 / 5.70 / 4.14 |
| ATR (14) | 13.18 (3.30%) | 26.24 (6.96%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 359.05 - 395.08 | 283.92 - 405.56 |
| SMA (20) | 377.06 | 344.74 |
| SMA (50) | 370.94 | 347.29 |
| SMA (200) | 355.24 | 328.05 |
Price structure
WAT Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 400.00 | 377.31 |
| 1-Period Return | +0.99% | +0.70% |
| 5-Period Return | +5.41% | +0.77% |
| 20-Period Return | +8.66% | +31.66% |
| 60-Period Return | +12.63% | +7.44% |
| 252-Period Return | +40.06% | +6.08% |
| 52-Week Low | 275.05 | 275.05 |
| 52-Week High | 414.15 | 414.15 |
| 52-Week Position | 89.83% | 73.52% |
Key levels
WAT 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 | 402.48 | 391.87 |
| 20-Period Low | 345.21 | 284.08 |
| 60-Period High | 402.48 | 414.15 |
| 60-Period Low | 323.85 | 275.05 |
Scenarios
WAT Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price breaks and holds above the 20 and 60 day high at 402.48 on above-average volume, targeting the 52-week high at 414.15.
Invalidation
Price falls back below the daily SMA20 at 377.06 and then the 20-day low at 345.21.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 55 without overextending beyond 70; the daily MACD histogram staying positive; volume remaining elevated; the weekly chart closing above the 20-week high at 391.87.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price consolidates between support at the daily SMA20 zone around 377.06 and resistance at 402.48 after the earnings-driven move.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with increasing volume.
What to watch
Daily RSI staying between 50 and 70; volume normalizing toward the 20-period average; the MACD histogram flattening near zero; price respecting the SMA20 as dynamic support.
Bearish
Trigger
Price fails at the 402.48 to 414.15 resistance zone and breaks below the daily SMA20 at 377.06, then the 20-day low at 345.21, signaling a pullback from the extended move.
Invalidation
Price reclaims the daily SMA20 at 377.06 and holds above it with improving volume.
What to watch
Daily RSI crossing below 50; the daily MACD histogram turning negative; volume rising on down sessions; the weekly RSI slipping 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. 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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