XYL technical analysis

XYL 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

XYL Data Verification

Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.

Symbol
XYL
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 seriesLatest CloseDateDifferenceStatus
Calculation series120.76August 6, 2026-Verified
Verification series120.80August 6, 20260.03%Verified

Bottom line

XYL Technical Analysis Summary

XYL (Xylem) trades at 120.76 with a mixed technical picture. On the daily chart, price holds above SMA20 (120.46) and SMA50 (115.86) but remains below SMA200 (127.21), so the short-term structure is constructive while the longer-term trend stays unresolved. Daily RSI14 at 53.39 is above the 50 midline, yet the MACD line at 1.08 has slipped below its signal line at 1.22 with a negative histogram of -0.14, signaling fading near-term momentum after the pullback from the 127.16 swing high. The weekly chart is softer: price at 116.97 sits just above SMA20 (116.49) but below SMA50 (129.77) and SMA200 (118.13), with weekly RSI at 45.28 below 50. Resistance clusters at 127.16 (20-day high) and the daily SMA200 at 127.21, while support rests at SMA20 (120.46), the 20-day low at 114.82, and the 52-week low at 104.88. The outlook is mixed and only becomes more constructive if price reclaims the 127 zone on above-average volume.

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. Price at 120.76 is above SMA20 (120.46, +0.25%) and SMA50 (115.86, +4.23%) but below SMA200 (127.21, -5.07%). SMA20 and SMA50 are rising while SMA200 remains overhead, so the short-term structure is improving but the longer-term trend has not been resolved.
Momentum
Mildly softening. RSI14 at 53.39 is above the 50 midline, indicating slightly positive momentum. MACD line at 1.08 is below the signal line at 1.22 with a negative histogram of -0.14, showing the recent advance is losing upside momentum even though the MACD line itself is still positive.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 3.26 (2.70% of price) suggests average daily movement of about 2.7%. Bollinger Bands (115.30 to 125.61) place price near the middle band, reflecting a neutral volatility stance after the pullback from the 127 zone.
Volume
Well below average. Latest volume of 906,624 is 45.2% of the 20-period average (2,006,866), indicating light participation on the recent down day.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a short-term uptrend that is losing momentum. Price above SMA20 and SMA50 keeps the immediate bias constructive, but XYL has pulled back from the 127.16 swing high and now faces the daily SMA200 at 127.21 overhead. A negative MACD histogram combined with below-average volume suggests the advance is not strongly supported. A decisive move above 127.16 on expanding volume would re-establish a bullish daily picture, while a loss of SMA20 at 120.46 would put the 114.82 swing low in focus.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Mixed. Price at 116.97 is marginally above SMA20 (116.49, +0.42%) but below SMA50 (129.77, -9.86%) and SMA200 (118.13, -0.98%). The declining SMA50 reflects the intermediate downtrend, while price trading near SMA200 keeps the longer-term structure in question.
Momentum
Neutral to improving. RSI14 at 45.28 is below the 50 midline, indicating slightly bearish momentum. MACD line at -2.78 remains above the signal line at -4.24 with a positive histogram at 1.46, showing that downside momentum is easing even though the MACD line is still negative.
Volatility
Moderate to elevated. ATR14 at 6.80 (5.81% of price) reflects fairly wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (105.78 to 127.19) are wide, with price in the lower half of the band range, consistent with the pullback from the May high.
Volume
Above average. Latest weekly volume of 13,346,900 is 130.3% of the 20-week average (10,245,820), showing elevated participation on the down week.

Assessment

The weekly chart is still weak. Price is below SMA50 and only marginally above SMA200, and RSI remains below 50. The positive MACD histogram signals that the pace of the decline is slowing, but there is no confirmed weekly uptrend yet. A weekly close above SMA200 (118.13) and then SMA50 (129.77) would improve the weekly picture; support sits at the 52-week low of 104.88.

Key indicators

XYL Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)53.3945.28
MACD (12, 26, 9)1.08 / 1.22 / -0.14-2.78 / -4.24 / 1.46
ATR (14)3.26 (2.70%)6.80 (5.81%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)115.30 - 125.61105.78 - 127.19
SMA (20)120.46116.49
SMA (50)115.86129.77
SMA (200)127.21118.13

Price structure

XYL Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price120.76116.97
1-Period Return-1.22%-2.32%
5-Period Return+3.37%+0.45%
20-Period Return+1.57%-2.04%
60-Period Return+8.24%-6.47%
252-Period Return-14.82%+2.21%
52-Week Low104.88104.88
52-Week High152.72152.72
52-Week Position33.20%25.28%

Key levels

XYL Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High127.16129.67
20-Period Low114.82104.88
60-Period High127.16152.72
60-Period Low104.88104.88

Scenarios

XYL Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price closes above 127.16 (20-day high) with volume above the 20-period average and then holds above the daily SMA200 at 127.21, confirming an improving trend on both timeframes.

Invalidation

Price drops back below SMA20 (120.46) and breaks the 20-day low at 114.82.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 55; MACD histogram turning positive again; weekly close above SMA200 (118.13); volume expanding on the advance.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price oscillates between support at SMA20 (120.46) and resistance at 127.16 with no clear directional breakout.

Invalidation

A decisive close above 127.16 or below 114.82 with rising volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 40 and 60; MACD histogram fluctuating near zero; volume settling back toward the 20-period average.

Bearish

Trigger

Price breaks below SMA20 (120.46) and the 20-day low at 114.82, resuming the longer-term downtrend toward the 52-week low at 104.88.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 and establishes a higher low above 114.82.

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 45; MACD line crossing below the signal line more decisively; weekly RSI falling below 40; rising volume on down days.

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.