BTI technical analysis
BTI Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 5, 2026
Market
NYSE (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 4, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
BTI Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- BTI
- Market
- NYSE
- Currency
- USD (US Dollar)
- Latest completed bar
- August 4, 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 | 59.12 | August 4, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 59.12 | August 4, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
BTI Technical Analysis Summary
BTI (British American Tobacco) is in a short-term pullback inside a longer-term uptrend as of August 4, 2026. On the daily chart, price at 59.12 sits below SMA20 (60.82) and SMA50 (60.59) but remains above SMA200 (57.35), after a decline of about 5% over the past five sessions. Daily momentum is soft, with RSI14 at 43.30 and a negative MACD histogram, yet the decline has come on below-average volume, which limits the bearish conviction. The weekly chart is clearly bullish: price holds above SMA20 (59.61), SMA50 (56.51), and SMA200 (37.27) in proper alignment, RSI14 is 53.41, and the stock is up about 36% over the past 60 weeks and about 149% over the past 252 weeks. The 52-week range spans 47.85 to 66.38, with price at about 61% of that range on the daily view. Key support sits near 58.17 (20-day low), 57.35 (SMA200), and 56.96 (60-day low). Resistance stands at 60.82 (SMA20), 63.67 (20-day high), and 66.38 (52-week and 60-day high).
Multi-timeframe dashboard
Multi-Timeframe Technical Dashboard
Comparing daily (2-year) and weekly (5-year) perspectives to identify aligned or conflicting signals.
Daily (August 4, 2026)
- Trend
- Mixed short-term trend with a supportive long-term backdrop. Price at 59.12 trades below SMA20 (60.82) and SMA50 (60.59), so the recent pullback has pushed the stock under its short-term averages. However, price remains above SMA200 (57.35), and SMA20 sits just above SMA50, so the averages themselves have not turned bearish. The small gap between price and the 200-day average keeps the longer-term structure intact.
- Momentum
- Soft. RSI14 at 43.30 is below the 50 midline but well above oversold, so the pullback has momentum without being stretched. The MACD line at -0.01 sits marginally below the signal line at 0.21 with a negative histogram of -0.23, a mild bearish crossover that matches the short-term weakness.
- Volatility
- Moderate. ATR14 of 1.48 equals about 2.51% of price, which is normal for a large consumer staple. Bollinger Bands span 57.86 to 63.78, and price is trading in the lower half of the band after the recent decline.
- Volume
- Below average. Latest volume of 3,474,201 is about 84% of the 20-day average of 4,115,270, so the pullback is happening on lighter participation. This reduces the conviction behind the selling and is a mild positive for a bounce attempt.
Assessment
The daily chart shows a pullback inside a longer-term uptrend rather than a new downtrend. Price has slipped below the 20 and 50-day averages, and momentum is soft, but the decline has come on below-average volume, price remains above the 200-day average, and RSI is not oversold. The stock sits at about 61% of its 52-week range, leaving room on both sides. Support is near the 20-day low of 58.17 and the 60-day low of 56.96, while resistance stands at the 20-day average of 60.82 and the 20-day high of 63.67.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Bullish. Price at 60.65 is above SMA20 (59.61), SMA50 (56.51), and SMA200 (37.27), with the averages stacked in bullish alignment. The multi-year trend remains firmly up even after the recent weekly decline.
- Momentum
- Constructive but cooling. RSI14 at 53.41 is above the 50 midline. The MACD line at 1.46 remains below the signal line at 1.64 with a slightly negative histogram of -0.18, showing momentum has flattened after the long advance rather than turning decisively down.
- Volatility
- Moderate. Weekly ATR14 of 3.53 is about 5.82% of price, consistent with recent behavior. Bollinger Bands span 54.55 to 64.67, and price is trading near the middle of the range.
- Volume
- Slightly above average. Latest weekly volume of 22,856,600 is about 112% of the 20-week average of 20,459,485, indicating continued participation near the highs.
Assessment
The weekly picture remains bullish. Price holds above all three major moving averages in proper alignment, and RSI is above 50. The negative MACD histogram reflects a pause after a strong run, with the stock up about 36% over the past 60 weeks and about 149% over the past 252 weeks. The stock remains in the upper part of its 52-week range. Key weekly support sits at the 20-week low of 54.08 and the 20-week average of 59.61, with the 60-week low at 43.86 well below. Weekly resistance is at the recent high of 66.38.
Key indicators
BTI Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 43.30 | 53.41 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | -0.01 / 0.21 / -0.23 | 1.46 / 1.64 / -0.18 |
| ATR (14) | 1.48 (2.51%) | 3.53 (5.82%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 57.86 - 63.78 | 54.55 - 64.67 |
| SMA (20) | 60.82 | 59.61 |
| SMA (50) | 60.59 | 56.51 |
| SMA (200) | 57.35 | 37.27 |
Price structure
BTI Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 59.12 | 60.65 |
| 1-Period Return | -0.74% | -0.51% |
| 5-Period Return | -5.10% | -2.02% |
| 20-Period Return | -3.01% | +4.10% |
| 60-Period Return | +3.21% | +36.33% |
| 252-Period Return | +15.03% | +149.29% |
| 52-Week Low | 47.85 | 47.85 |
| 52-Week High | 66.38 | 66.38 |
| 52-Week Position | 60.82% | 69.08% |
Key levels
BTI 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 | 63.67 | 66.38 |
| 20-Period Low | 58.17 | 54.08 |
| 60-Period High | 66.38 | 66.38 |
| 60-Period Low | 56.96 | 43.86 |
Scenarios
BTI Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price reclaims SMA20 (60.82) on above-average daily volume and holds above it, with RSI14 climbing back above 50. A push through the 20-day high of 63.67 would confirm renewed upside.
Invalidation
Price loses the 200-day average near 57.35 and closes below the 60-day low of 56.96, turning the pullback into a deeper correction.
What to watch
Daily RSI recovering toward 50 and beyond; the MACD histogram turning positive; volume expanding on up-days; weekly price holding above SMA20 (59.61).
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price oscillates between the 20-day low near 58.17 and the 20-day average near 60.82, with no clean breakout in either direction.
Invalidation
A decisive close above 63.67 (20-day high) or below 56.96 (60-day low).
What to watch
RSI staying in the 40 to 55 zone; volume staying below average; price remaining above the 200-day average (57.35); weekly RSI near the 50 midline.
Bearish
Trigger
Price breaks below the 200-day average (57.35) and the 60-day low (56.96) on above-average volume, opening a path toward the 20-week low (54.08) and the 52-week low (47.85).
Invalidation
Price reclaims SMA20 (60.82) and holds above the 58 to 60 zone.
What to watch
Daily RSI falling toward and below 30; the MACD histogram deepening below zero; volume expanding on down-days; weekly price losing the 20-week average (59.61).
Methodology
Methodology and Limitations
This technical analysis is calculated locally from adjusted OHLCV history. The daily series ends August 4, 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 4, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 5, 2026.
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