YUMC technical analysis

YUMC 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

YUMC Data Verification

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

Symbol
YUMC
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 series48.19August 6, 2026-Verified
Verification series48.18August 6, 20260.02%Verified

Bottom line

YUMC Technical Analysis Summary

YUMC (Yum China Holdings) has staged a sharp recovery and now trades at 48.19, above all three daily moving averages including SMA200 at 47.25 (+1.99%), with SMA20 at 45.04 and SMA50 at 43.50. Daily RSI14 at 69.85 is strong but approaching overbought, and the daily MACD line at 1.33 is well above its signal at 0.91 with a positive histogram of 0.42. On the weekly chart, price at 48.18 has reclaimed SMA20 (45.71), SMA50 (46.54), and SMA200 (45.99), and the weekly MACD has turned up from below zero while RSI sits at 56.15. Key resistance is the recent high near 49.10, with the 52-week high at 57.69 further above. Support sits at SMA20 (45.04), SMA50 (43.50), the 20-day low at 42.60, and the 52-week low at 40.15 as the longer-term floor. The recovery is real, but daily volume has been light, so confirming strength on higher participation would improve the outlook.

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
Bullish short-term. Price at 48.19 trades above SMA20 (45.04, +6.98%), SMA50 (43.50, +10.77%), and SMA200 (47.25, +1.99%), reclaiming the longer-term average after the recent recovery. SMA20 and SMA50 are rising, while SMA200 still sits above both, so the moving-average stack is not yet fully aligned even though price has climbed back above it.
Momentum
Bullish but extended. RSI14 at 69.85 is approaching the 70 overbought threshold, indicating strong short-term momentum with limited headroom before overbought readings. The MACD line at 1.33 is well above its signal at 0.91, with a positive histogram of 0.42, confirming strong upward momentum.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 1.13 (2.34% of price) reflects normal daily swings. Bollinger Bands (41.12 to 48.97) show price near the upper band after the advance, consistent with strong short-term momentum but also a stretched short-term condition.
Volume
Below average. Latest volume of 1,111,055 is about 65% of the 20-period average (1,714,858), so the recent advance has not been confirmed by strong volume. Participation remains light relative to the move.

Assessment

The daily chart shows a strong recovery with price back above all key moving averages, including SMA200 at 47.25, and a firmly positive MACD. The main cautions are the RSI near 70 and below-average volume, meaning the rally is not yet confirmed by participation. A sustained close above the recent high near 49.10 would signal the next leg higher, while a drop back below SMA200 would suggest the breakout needs more work.

Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)

Trend
Constructive. Price at 48.18 is above SMA20 (45.71, +5.41%), SMA50 (46.54, +3.53%), and SMA200 (45.99, +4.77%). The weekly chart has turned up off the 52-week low near 40.15, though SMA20 at 45.71 still sits below SMA50 at 46.54, so the weekly moving averages are not yet in a clean bullish stack.
Momentum
Moderately bullish. RSI14 at 56.15 is above the 50 midline, indicating improving but not extreme momentum. The MACD line at -1.07 is still below zero but has moved above its signal at -1.16, with a positive histogram of 0.09, a fresh bullish crossover from below that suggests the downtrend is easing.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 2.55 (5.28% of price) reflects typical weekly ranges for this stock. Bollinger Bands (39.65 to 51.76) place price in the upper half of the weekly range.
Volume
Above average. Latest weekly volume of 11,000,400 is about 141% of the 20-week average (7,781,605), confirming strong participation in the recovery week.

Assessment

The weekly chart shows a significant rebound, with the latest completed week up more than 11% on above-average volume and price back above the weekly moving averages. The MACD has begun a bullish crossover from below zero, and RSI at 56.15 has room before becoming extended. The recovery is still within a broad 40 to 58 range, so a close above the 20-week high near 54.48 would mark a stronger trend change.

Key indicators

YUMC Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)69.8556.15
MACD (12, 26, 9)1.33 / 0.91 / 0.42-1.07 / -1.16 / 0.09
ATR (14)1.13 (2.34%)2.55 (5.28%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)41.12 - 48.9739.65 - 51.76
SMA (20)45.0445.71
SMA (50)43.5046.54
SMA (200)47.2545.99

Price structure

YUMC Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price48.1948.18
1-Period Return+1.45%+11.01%
5-Period Return+3.70%+17.94%
20-Period Return+13.90%-7.97%
60-Period Return+2.25%+13.20%
252-Period Return+11.77%-12.37%
52-Week Low40.1540.15
52-Week High57.6957.69
52-Week Position45.85%45.79%

Key levels

YUMC Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High49.1054.48
20-Period Low42.6040.15
60-Period High49.1057.69
60-Period Low40.1540.15

Scenarios

YUMC Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

A sustained daily close above the recent high at 49.10 on rising volume would extend the recovery and open a path toward the 20-week high near 54.48 and eventually the 52-week high at 57.69.

Invalidation

A drop back below SMA200 at 47.25 and the SMA20 at 45.04 would weaken the breakout.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 60; the MACD histogram remaining positive; volume increasing on up days to confirm the move; weekly closes above 49.10.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between support near SMA20 at 45.04 and resistance near 49.10 while the moving averages catch up.

Invalidation

A decisive break of 49.10 on high volume or a drop below SMA20 at 45.04.

What to watch

RSI staying between 55 and 70; volume near average; SMA200 at 47.25 acting as a pivot; broader sector and China consumer sentiment.

Bearish

Trigger

A failure to hold SMA20 at 45.04 and a break below the 20-day low at 42.60 would open a test of the 60-day low and the 52-week low at 40.15.

Invalidation

Price reclaims and holds above SMA20 at 45.04 with the daily MACD histogram staying positive.

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; the MACD histogram turning negative; rising volume on down days; a weekly close back below SMA20 at 45.71 would confirm the pullback.

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.