WRB technical analysis
WRB 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
WRB Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- WRB
- 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 | 72.08 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 72.08 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
WRB Technical Analysis Summary
WRB shows a mixed technical picture at the August 5, 2026 cutoff. The daily close of 72.08 sits above SMA50 (69.79) and SMA200 (69.02) but below SMA20 (72.82), after a 4.72% five-day decline pulled price back from the 52-week high of 77.45. Daily RSI14 at 50.13 is neutral, and the daily MACD histogram at -0.41 is slightly negative, reflecting cooling short-term momentum after the recent pullback. The weekly picture is more constructive: the completed weekly close of 72.54 holds above SMA20 (67.80), SMA50 (69.49), and SMA200 (55.07), with RSI14 at 57.45 and a positive weekly MACD histogram of 0.92. The stock trades near the middle of its 52-week range at a 64.5% daily position, with immediate resistance at SMA20 (72.82) and the 20-day and 52-week high of 77.45. Support sits at the 20-day low of 68.56, then SMA50 (69.79) and SMA200 (69.02). A break above 77.45 would confirm a fresh advance, while a close below SMA200 would weaken the broader structure.
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. Price at 72.08 is below SMA20 (72.82, -1.02%) but above SMA50 (69.79, +3.28%) and SMA200 (69.02, +4.43%). The SMA20 has rolled over after the recent pullback, while the SMA50 and SMA200 remain in a mild uptrend. The classification is mixed because price is sandwiched between the flattening SMA20 above and the rising SMA50 and SMA200 below.
- Momentum
- Neutral. RSI14 at 50.13 sits right at the 50 midline, indicating no directional conviction. MACD line at 0.75 has moved below the signal line at 1.16, and the histogram at -0.41 is slightly negative, reflecting fading momentum after the decline from the 52-week high near 77.45.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 1.66 (2.30% of price) reflects typical daily movement for an insurance stock. Bollinger Bands (69.33 to 76.31) place the close in the lower half of the range, consistent with the recent pullback from the highs.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 1,633,600 is 0.78x the 20-period average (2,089,100), indicating the pullback has occurred on modest participation rather than heavy distribution.
Assessment
The daily chart is mixed after a sharp five-day pullback. Price has fallen back below the SMA20 but remains above the SMA50 and SMA200, so the medium-term trend is intact while short-term momentum has cooled. The neutral RSI and slightly negative MACD histogram suggest the market is digesting the recent decline. The stock trades at a 64.5% position within its 52-week range, leaving room in either direction. A hold above the 20-day low of 68.56 and SMA200 at 69.02 would keep the corrective phase shallow; a break below would open up the lower end of the range.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Mixed but constructive. The completed weekly close of 72.54 is above SMA20 (67.80), SMA50 (69.49), and SMA200 (55.07), with the SMA20 and SMA50 in close proximity and the SMA200 trending higher. Price remains in the upper portion of the weekly range despite the last completed week falling 3.87%.
- Momentum
- Bullish. RSI14 at 57.45 is above the 50 midline, indicating positive momentum on the weekly timeframe. MACD line at 1.26 is above the signal line at 0.33, and the histogram at 0.92 is positive, confirming constructive medium-term momentum.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 at 3.47 (4.78% of price) reflects normal weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (61.09 to 74.51) are moderately wide, with the close in the middle of the band after the pullback from the 52-week high.
- Volume
- Below average. Weekly volume of 7,982,300 is 0.76x the 20-week average (10,439,670), showing reduced participation during the recent corrective week.
Assessment
The weekly chart remains constructive. Price holds above all three key weekly averages, RSI is positive, and the MACD histogram is firmly positive, so the medium-term uptrend established since the lower levels of the past year is intact. The 3.87% decline in the last completed week is a pullback within that trend rather than a breakdown. The 52-week position at 67.6% confirms the stock is in the upper half of its annual range. A weekly close back above the 20-day and 52-week high of 77.45 would signal a resumption of the advance, while a weekly close below SMA50 at 69.49 would weaken the medium-term structure.
Key indicators
WRB Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 50.13 | 57.45 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 0.75 / 1.16 / -0.41 | 1.26 / 0.33 / 0.92 |
| ATR (14) | 1.66 (2.30%) | 3.47 (4.78%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 69.33 - 76.31 | 61.09 - 74.51 |
| Volume (vs 20-period avg) | 1.63M (0.78x) | 7.98M (0.76x) |
| SMA (20) | 72.82 | 67.80 |
| SMA (50) | 69.79 | 69.49 |
| SMA (200) | 69.02 | 55.07 |
Price structure
WRB Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Day Return | +0.97% | -3.87% |
| 5-Period Return | -4.72% | +1.78% |
| 20-Period Return | +1.12% | +6.45% |
| 60-Period Return | +10.73% | +1.25% |
| 252-Period Return | +5.10% | +146.66% |
| 52-Week Range Position | 64.5% | 67.6% |
Key levels
WRB 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 | 77.45 | 77.45 |
| 20-Period Low | 68.56 | 62.31 |
| 60-Period High | 77.45 | 77.45 |
| 60-Period Low | 62.31 | 62.31 |
| 52-Week High | 77.45 | 77.45 |
| 52-Week Low | 62.31 | 62.31 |
Scenarios
WRB Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price breaks and holds above the 20-day and 52-week high at 77.45 on rising volume, with the daily RSI14 climbing back above 55 and the MACD histogram turning positive.
Invalidation
A sustained close back below SMA20 at 72.82, or a further slide under SMA50 at 69.79.
What to watch
Watch for a daily close above 77.45 on above-average volume and the weekly MACD histogram expanding. A weekly hold above SMA50 at 69.49 would confirm the medium-term trend.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price keeps oscillating between support at SMA200 (69.02) and the 20-day low of 68.56 below and resistance at SMA20 (72.82) to 77.45 above, with RSI holding in the 45 to 60 zone on both timeframes.
Invalidation
A decisive close above 77.45 or below 68.56 with expanding volume.
What to watch
Monitor whether the daily MACD histogram flips positive and volume returns toward the 20-period average, which would signal that the pullback is running out of steam.
Bearish
Trigger
Price closes below SMA200 at 69.02 and the 20-day low of 68.56, with the daily RSI14 falling under 45 and the weekly MACD histogram turning negative, which would weaken the medium-term uptrend.
Invalidation
A strong recovery day reclaiming SMA20 at 72.82 on above-average volume.
What to watch
If 68.56 breaks, the next reference is the 60-day and 52-week low of 62.31, with SMA50 at 69.79 as an intermediate marker. A weekly close below 69.49 would further weaken the picture.
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. W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) 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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