WEC technical analysis
WEC Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 7, 2026
Market
NYSE (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 6, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
WEC Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- WEC
- Market
- NYSE
- Currency
- USD (US Dollar)
- Latest completed bar
- August 6, 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 | 107.97 | August 6, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 107.95 | August 6, 2026 | 0.02% | Verified |
Bottom line
WEC Technical Analysis Summary
WEC continues to trade in a short-term downtrend after its Q2 earnings report, with price below all three major daily moving averages. On the daily chart, price at 107.97 sits below SMA20 (112.40), SMA50 (113.39), and SMA200 (111.22), with RSI14 at 33.31 approaching oversold and a negative MACD configuration keeping downward momentum intact. The weekly chart is also soft: price at 109.42 is below SMA20 (113.84) and SMA50 (110.83) but remains well above the rising SMA200 (91.48), with RSI at 45.08 and a negative MACD histogram. Key support rests at 107.24 (20-day low), while initial resistance is at SMA20 (112.40) followed by the 20-day high at 117.10. As a regulated electric and gas utility, WEC typically shows lower volatility than the broader market, and the pullback to 36.1% of its 52-week range leaves the stock in the lower-middle part of its annual band.
Multi-timeframe dashboard
Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard
Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.
Daily (August 6, 2026)
- Trend
- Mixed with a bearish tilt. Price at 107.97 is below SMA20 (112.40, -3.94%), SMA50 (113.39, -4.78%), and SMA200 (111.22, -2.92%). The SMA50 remains above SMA20, while SMA200 sits below both, so the longer-term averages are holding up slightly better than the near-term ones. The repeated failure to reclaim SMA200 after the post-earnings decline keeps the short-term trend under pressure.
- Momentum
- Bearish. RSI14 at 33.31 is below the 50 midline and approaching oversold territory without reaching the 30 threshold. MACD line at -1.59 is below the signal line at -0.97 with a negative histogram of -0.62, confirming that downward momentum remains in control following the Q2 earnings reaction.
- Volatility
- Low to moderate. ATR14 at 2.21 (2.04% of price) is elevated relative to the stock's usual low-volatility utility profile. Bollinger Bands (107.40 to 117.40) remain wide after the earnings-driven decline, and price at 107.97 is trading just above the lower band.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 3,204,515 is 160.4% of the 20-period average (1,997,901), indicating elevated participation during the recent decline.
Assessment
The daily chart shows WEC in a short-term downtrend after the Q2 earnings pullback, with price below all three major SMAs, a negative MACD configuration, and RSI trending toward oversold. The stock is trading at 36.1% of its 52-week range, in the lower-middle portion of the annual band. Key levels to watch are SMA20 at 112.40 as initial resistance and the 20-day low at 107.24 as near-term support; a hold above 107.24 could set up a stabilization, while a decisive break would open the way toward the 52-week low at 101.22.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed. Price at 109.42 is below SMA20 (113.84, -3.88%) and SMA50 (110.83, -1.27%) but remains well above SMA200 (91.48, +19.61%). The SMA20 stays above SMA50 while the SMA200 continues to slope upward far below price, keeping the longer-term uptrend structure intact, but the break below the 20- and 50-week averages puts the intermediate trend under pressure.
- Momentum
- Neutral to bearish. RSI14 at 45.08 is below the 50 midline. MACD at 0.90 is below the signal line at 1.35 with a negative histogram of -0.45, showing that upward momentum has stalled on the weekly scale after the strong advance earlier in the year.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 4.73 (4.32% of price) reflects the wider weekly ranges seen during the recent selloff compared with the stock's usual steady weekly pattern.
- Volume
- Above average. Weekly volume of 11,356,000 is 117.3% of the 20-week average (9,681,625), reflecting heavier turnover during the pullback.
Assessment
The weekly chart shows WEC consolidating below its 20- and 50-week averages after the earnings-driven decline while holding comfortably above the rising SMA200 at 91.48. RSI at 45.08 leaves room for further downside before approaching oversold. The negative MACD histogram confirms that weekly momentum has rolled over after the stock's advance to 119.91. The 52-week position at 43.9% places the stock in the lower half of the annual range. The weekly structure suggests a corrective phase within a longer-term uptrend as long as price holds above the SMA200.
Key indicators
WEC Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 33.31 | 45.08 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -1.59 / -0.97 / -0.62 | 0.90 / 1.35 / -0.45 |
| ATR (14) | 2.21 (2.04%) | 4.73 (4.32%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 107.40 - 117.40 | 108.40 - 119.28 |
| SMA (20) | 112.40 | 113.84 |
| SMA (50) | 113.39 | 110.83 |
| SMA (200) | 111.22 | 91.48 |
Price structure
WEC Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 107.97 | 109.42 |
| 1-Period Return | -0.27% | -5.49% |
| 5-Period Return | -1.89% | -7.93% |
| 20-Period Return | -6.02% | -5.96% |
| 60-Period Return | -3.44% | +7.10% |
| 252-Period Return | +1.46% | +46.84% |
| 52-Week Low | 101.22 | 101.22 |
| 52-Week High | 119.91 | 119.91 |
| 52-Week Position | 36.11% | 43.87% |
Key levels
WEC 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 | 117.10 | 119.91 |
| 20-Period Low | 107.24 | 108.59 |
| 60-Period High | 119.91 | 119.91 |
| 60-Period Low | 107.24 | 99.15 |
Scenarios
WEC Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price reclaims and holds above SMA20 at 112.40 with rising volume, then pushes toward the 20-day high at 117.10.
Invalidation
Price breaks below the 20-day low at 107.24.
What to watch
Daily RSI recovering above 50; MACD histogram turning positive; weekly RSI holding above 45; volume confirming the rebound attempt.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between the 20-day low at 107.24 and the 20-day high at 117.10, a typical pattern for a utility stock digesting an earnings move.
Invalidation
A decisive break of either boundary with above-average volume.
What to watch
RSI staying between 30 and 50 on the daily chart; MACD histogram flattening near zero; volume returning toward the 20-period average; Bollinger Bands starting to narrow.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the 20-day low at 107.24 with above-average volume, opening the way toward the 52-week low at 101.22.
Invalidation
Price reclaims SMA20 at 112.40 and establishes a higher low above 107.24.
What to watch
Daily RSI dropping below 30; MACD histogram continuing to expand to the downside; weekly RSI crossing below 40; increasing downside volume.
Methodology
Methodology and Limitations
This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 6, 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 6, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 7, 2026.
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