HMC technical analysis

HMC 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

HMC Data Verification

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

Symbol
HMC
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)32.46July 14, 2026-Verified
Finviz (independent)32.46July 14, 2026 (previous close)0.00%Verified

Bottom line

HMC Technical Analysis Summary

HMC (Honda Motor Co.) shows a mixed technical picture with short-term improvement within a longer-term consolidation. On the daily chart, price at 32.46 has reclaimed SMA20 (31.89, +1.79%) and is testing SMA50 (32.18, +0.87%), but remains below SMA200 (33.52, -3.16%). This indicates a short-term bounce within an intermediate-term neutral to slightly bearish structure. RSI14 at 54.27 is above the 50 midline, showing building bullish momentum without overbought risk. The daily MACD has generated a bullish crossover with the MACD line at 0.08 crossing above the signal line at 0.02, with a positive histogram of 0.06 — a marginal but positive signal. The weekly timeframe shows a more neutral picture with price hovering near SMA20 (32.15) and SMA50 (32.40), while remaining below SMA200 (33.85). RSI on the weekly chart at 51.43 reflects a neutral stance. Key resistance lies at SMA200 (33.52) and the 60-day high (33.18). Support rests at the 20-day low (31.22) and the 52-week low (30.05). A sustained move above SMA200 would be needed to shift the intermediate trend from neutral to bullish.

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
Improving but incomplete. Price at 32.46 is above SMA20 (31.89, +1.79%) and testing SMA50 (32.18, +0.87%), but remains below SMA200 (33.52, -3.16%). SMA20 has started to slope upward while SMA50 is flattening, and SMA200 continues its gradual decline. The structure suggests a potential transition from downtrend to consolidation or recovery, but confirmation of a sustained uptrend is pending.
Momentum
Mildly bullish. RSI14 at 54.27 is above the 50 midline, indicating positive momentum without extreme readings. MACD line at 0.08 has crossed above the signal line at 0.02, and the histogram at 0.06 is positive — a modest bullish crossover that suggests improving short-term momentum. The signal lacks strong conviction given the narrow spread.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 0.56 (1.73% of price) suggests average daily movement of about 1.7%. Bollinger Bands (30.88 to 33.10) show price in the upper half of the range, consistent with the recent recovery. Band width is moderate, indicating normal volatility conditions.
Volume
Slightly below average. Latest volume of 847,200 is 76.4% of the 20-period average (1,108,900), indicating moderate participation. The recent bounce shows reasonable but not strong volume support.

Assessment

The daily chart shows HMC attempting to recover from a prolonged sideways-to-weaker phase. The reclaim of SMA20 and the test of SMA50 are positive developments, and the MACD crossover adds tentative support to the bullish case. However, the stock remains below SMA200, which defines the longer-term trend, and volume has not been exceptional during the bounce. The 52-week position at 42.8% reflects the stock is in the lower-middle portion of its annual range. A breakout above SMA200 (33.52) with strong volume would be a more reliable bullish signal. For now, the daily chart supports a cautiously optimistic view.

Weekly (July 6, 2026 week)

Trend
Neutral. Price at 32.18 is near SMA20 (32.15) and SMA50 (32.40), but below SMA200 (33.85). The SMAs are relatively flat, suggesting a consolidation rather than a clear directional trend. SMA20 and SMA50 are approximately flat, while SMA200 continues to slope gradually downward.
Momentum
Neutral. RSI14 at 51.43 is at the midline, offering no clear directional bias. MACD line at 0.05 and signal line at 0.03 show the lines are converged near zero, with the histogram at 0.02 barely positive. This reflects a market that lacks strong momentum in either direction.
Volatility
Moderate. ATR14 at 0.78 (2.42% of price) reflects typical weekly ranges for an auto sector ADR. Bollinger Bands (30.52 to 34.20) show a moderate band width with price trading near the middle.
Volume
Near average. Weekly volume of 4,215,300 is 91.7% of the 20-week average (4,596,800), indicating typical participation levels.

Assessment

The weekly chart paints a neutral picture of HMC. The stock has been range-bound between roughly 30 and 34 for much of the past several months. With SMAs flat and MACD near zero, there is no clear weekly directional bias. The price structure reflects a stock that has stabilized but has not yet established a renewed uptrend. A weekly close above SMA200 (33.85) or a break below the 52-week low (30.05) would be required to establish the next directional move.

Key indicators

HMC Key Technical Indicators

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

IndicatorDailyWeekly
RSI (14)54.2751.43
MACD (12, 26, 9)0.08 / 0.02 / 0.060.05 / 0.03 / 0.02
ATR (14)0.56 (1.73%)0.78 (2.42%)
Bollinger Bands (20, 2)30.88 - 33.1030.52 - 34.20
SMA (20)31.8932.15
SMA (50)32.1832.40
SMA (200)33.5233.85

Price structure

HMC Price Structure and Returns

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

MetricDailyWeekly
Current Price32.4632.18
1-Period Return+0.68%+0.47%
5-Period Return+1.82%+1.35%
20-Period Return+3.77%+1.35%
60-Period Return-2.17%-3.45%
252-Period Return-4.58%-6.78%
52-Week Low30.0530.05
52-Week High35.7835.78
52-Week Position42.80%39.70%

Key levels

HMC Support and Resistance Levels

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

LevelDailyWeekly
20-Period High33.1034.20
20-Period Low31.2230.52
60-Period High33.1835.78
60-Period Low31.0830.05

Scenarios

HMC Technical Scenarios

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

Bullish

Trigger

Price breaks above SMA200 (33.52) on the daily chart with above-average volume, followed by a weekly close above 33.85.

Invalidation

Price falls back below SMA20 (31.89) and breaks the 20-day low at 31.22.

What to watch

Daily RSI holding above 55; MACD histogram continuing to expand; weekly RSI moving above 55; sustained volume increase on up days.

Range-Bound

Trigger

Price continues to oscillate between support near 30.50-31.00 and resistance near 33.50-34.00, with SMAs remaining flat.

Invalidation

A decisive break above 34.00 or below 30.00 with increasing volume.

What to watch

RSI staying between 45 and 55; MACD histogram fluctuating near zero; volume remaining at average levels; SMAs remaining flat.

Bearish

Trigger

Price fails to hold above SMA50 (32.18) and breaks below the 20-day low at 31.22, resuming the broader consolidation bias.

Invalidation

Price reclaims SMA20 (31.89) and establishes support above 32.00.

What to watch

Daily RSI falling below 50; MACD histogram turning negative; volume increasing on down days; weekly MACD crossing below the signal line.

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.