WMT technical analysis

WMT Technical Analysis

Analysis date

July 15, 2026

Market

NYSE (USD)

Daily cutoff

July 14, 2026

Reliability

Passed

Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.

Data verification

WMT Data Verification

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

Symbol
WMT
Market
NYSE
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)73.62July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)73.62July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

WMT Technical Analysis Summary

WMT (Walmart) presents a stable and cautiously constructive technical picture. On the daily chart, price at 73.62 trades above SMA20 (71.82) and SMA50 (71.36) but remains below SMA200 (75.12), reflecting a mixed intermediate-term outlook. RSI14 at 55.48 on the daily timeframe indicates mildly bullish momentum without approaching overbought conditions. The daily MACD shows the MACD line at 0.09 above the signal line at -0.14, with a positive histogram of 0.23, suggesting modest bullish momentum is building. The weekly timeframe shows a more neutral picture with price at 73.27 trading near SMA20 (73.14), slightly above SMA50 (72.47) but below SMA200 (75.95). Weekly RSI14 at 53.88 is above the 50 midline, indicating neutral-to-slightly-bullish momentum. Key resistance lies at 75.12 (SMA200 daily), 76.71 (60-day high), and the all-time high near 78.00. Support rests at 71.82 (SMA20), 71.36 (SMA50), and 69.44 (20-day low). A sustained move above 75.12 would shift the intermediate trend to bullish; a breakdown below 69.44 would signal renewed weakness.

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
Cautiously bullish. Price at 73.62 is above SMA20 (71.82, +2.51%) and SMA50 (71.36, +3.17%) but below SMA200 (75.12, -1.99%). SMA20 and SMA50 are both sloping upward, indicating improving near-term momentum. SMA200 continues to slope gently upward, reflecting the structural multi-year uptrend despite the current pullback from highs.
Momentum
Mildly bullish. RSI14 at 55.48 is above the 50 midline, indicating slight bullish bias without overbought conditions. MACD line at 0.09 is above the signal line at -0.14, and the histogram at 0.23 is positive, suggesting building bullish momentum. The MACD configuration is constructive but not yet showing strong acceleration.
Volatility
Low. ATR14 at 1.08 (1.47% of price) reflects the characteristically low volatility of a large-cap consumer defensive stock. Bollinger Bands (69.92 to 74.83) show price trading in the upper half of the range. Band width is moderate, indicating normal volatility conditions for WMT.
Volume
Slightly below average. Latest volume of 7,043,500 is 83.4% of the 20-period average (8,447,000), indicating typical participation levels for a mature mega-cap stock. Volume patterns do not suggest unusual accumulation or distribution.

Assessment

The daily chart reflects a stock in a consolidation phase within a longer-term uptrend. WMT has recovered from its mid-June lows near 69.44 and reclaimed both SMA20 and SMA50, a positive short-term development. However, price remains below SMA200 and has not yet challenged the 60-day high at 76.71 or the all-time high zone near 78.00. The overall technical picture is one of gradual improvement rather than a strong breakout. Volume has been unremarkable, suggesting the recovery is more about lack of selling pressure than aggressive buying.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Neutral. Price at 73.27 is near SMA20 (73.14) and slightly above SMA50 (72.47) but below SMA200 (75.95). The SMA20 is flattening while SMA50 continues to slope upward. The longer-term trend since the 2022 lows remains intact, but the price has been range-bound for several months.
Momentum
Neutral with slight bullish bias. RSI14 at 53.88 is just above the 50 midline, reflecting neither strong bullish nor bearish momentum. MACD line at -0.15 is approaching a crossover with the signal line at -0.31, and the histogram at 0.16 is positive, indicating that bearish momentum is fading.
Volatility
Low. ATR14 at 1.52 (2.07% of price) is consistent with WMT typical weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (69.78 to 77.99) show the price near the middle of the bands, reflecting the lack of directional conviction.
Volume
Slightly below average. Weekly volume of 38,516,600 is 85.9% of the 20-week average (44,840,700), indicating no unusual activity at the weekly level.

Assessment

The weekly chart confirms that WMT is in a neutral consolidation phase within its broader uptrend. Price has oscillated in the roughly 69-78 range since early 2026. The weekly RSI near 54 and the impending MACD crossover suggest a potential shift toward bullish momentum, but no confirmed breakout has occurred. A weekly close above SMA200 (75.95) would be a meaningful bullish signal, while a break below the 20-week low near 69.78 would suggest the consolidation is resolving to the downside.

Key indicators

WMT Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)55.4853.88
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.09 / -0.14 / 0.23-0.15 / -0.31 / 0.16
ATR (14)1.08 (1.47%)1.52 (2.07%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)69.92 - 74.8369.78 - 77.99
SMA (20)71.8273.14
SMA (50)71.3672.47
SMA (200)75.1275.95

Price structure

WMT Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price73.6273.27
1-Period Return+0.95%+0.59%
5-Period Return+2.03%+2.41%
20-Period Return+3.81%+4.52%
60-Period Return+5.12%+3.98%
252-Period Return+12.58%+10.84%
52-Week Low64.7464.74
52-Week High78.3578.35
52-Week Position57.81%55.94%

Key levels

WMT Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High74.8377.99
20-Period Low69.4469.78
60-Period High76.7178.35
60-Period Low69.4464.74

Scenarios

WMT Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above SMA200 (75.12) on the daily chart and the 60-day high at 76.71 with increasing volume, suggesting a resumption of the longer-term uptrend.

Invalidation

Price fails to hold above SMA50 (71.36) and falls back below the 20-day low at 69.44.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 55; MACD histogram continuing to expand; volume increasing on up days; weekly RSI above 55 sustained; price establishing support above SMA20.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between SMA20 support (71.82) and SMA200 resistance (75.12) in the established range of approximately 69-78.

Invalidation

A decisive break above 76.71 or below 69.44 with strong volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 45 and 60; MACD histogram fluctuating around zero; volume remaining near average levels; Bollinger Bands remaining moderately wide.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below SMA20 (71.82) and the 20-day low at 69.44, negating the recent recovery and suggesting the consolidation is resolving to the downside.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 (71.82) and establishes support above the 20-day low before breaking lower.

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; MACD histogram turning negative; volume increasing on down days; weekly RSI falling below 50; SMA20 crossing below SMA50.

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.