ZBRA technical analysis
ZBRA Technical Analysis
Analysis date
August 6, 2026
Market
NasdaqGS (USD)
Daily cutoff
August 5, 2026
Reliability
Passed
Informational use only. This page is not investment advice.
Data verification
ZBRA Data Verification
Checking the latest completed daily bar for date and closing-price consistency before indicators are calculated.
- Symbol
- ZBRA
- Market
- NasdaqGS
- 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 | 368.99 | August 5, 2026 | - | Verified |
| Verification series | 368.99 | August 5, 2026 | 0.00% | Verified |
Bottom line
ZBRA Technical Analysis Summary
ZBRA (Zebra Technologies) has accelerated sharply over the last several sessions, with price at 368.99 up 30.4% in five trading days and 39.6% over 20 sessions. The daily chart shows a bullish structure with price above SMA20 (280.51), SMA50 (259.97), and SMA200 (247.18) in ascending order, and RSI14 at 85.17 reflects an extremely overbought condition. The MACD line at 20.90 is well above its signal at 11.10 with a large positive histogram, and volume on the move is 1.59x the 20-day average, confirming participation. Price is trading above the daily upper Bollinger band (343.64) and sits at 95.7% of its 52-week range, just below the 52-week high at 376.70. The weekly chart, which covers the last completed week ending July 31, shows price at 293.82 reclaiming the SMA20 (240.69) and SMA200 (286.94) with a fresh MACD bullish crossover, but the sharpest part of the surge landed in the current, still-open week and is not yet confirmed by the weekly series. The trend is strongly bullish but extended; near-term resistance is at 376.70 with support at the 20-day low (250.32) and the SMA20 at 280.51. Overbought conditions raise the risk of a pullback or consolidation rather than signaling an immediate reversal.
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
- Strongly bullish but extended. Price at 368.99 is above SMA20 (280.51, +31.54%), SMA50 (259.97, +41.93%), and SMA200 (247.18, +49.28%), with the averages in bullish ascending order. The surge has pushed price well above the SMA20, leaving the stock trading far beyond its short-term trend line and in overbought territory.
- Momentum
- Extremely overbought. RSI14 at 85.17 is deep above the 70 overbought threshold, reflecting the intensity of the recent advance. The MACD line at 20.90 is above the signal at 11.10 with a strongly positive histogram at 9.80, confirming powerful upward momentum. Overbought readings can persist during strong trends and do not by themselves trigger a reversal, but they do raise the risk of a pause or pullback.
- Volatility
- Elevated. ATR14 at 15.70 is 4.25% of price, showing wider than normal daily ranges during the advance. Bollinger Bands (217.37 to 343.64) are wide, and price at 368.99 is trading above the upper band, which reflects an unusually extended move. A mean-reversion pullback toward the band is a common but not guaranteed outcome after such an extension.
- Volume
- Above average. Latest volume of 1,385,000 is 1.59x the 20-period average (868,925), showing strong participation in the rally. Upside volume confirmation adds weight to the move, though the extreme price extension still warrants caution.
Assessment
ZBRA has staged a powerful acceleration, with price at 368.99 now at 95.7% of its 52-week range and just below the 52-week high of 376.70 reached in the same week. The daily trend is bullish with price above all major averages and strong MACD and volume confirmation, but RSI14 at 85.17 and price above the upper Bollinger band indicate an extremely overbought, extended condition. Near-term support is at 280.51 (SMA20) and 250.32 (20-day low), with the 60-day low at 211.86 further below. A break above 376.70 on sustained volume would mark a fresh high, while losing the SMA20 would signal the start of a corrective phase.
Weekly (July 27, 2026 week)
- Trend
- Improving. Price at 293.82 is above SMA20 (240.69, +22.07%), SMA50 (256.56, +14.52%), and SMA200 (286.94, +2.40%), but the averages are not yet in bullish ascending order, leaving the medium-term structure mixed. The longer-term averages are still recovering from the prior downtrend, and the recent sharp weekly gain has only begun to repair the bigger picture.
- Momentum
- Bullish with improving bias. RSI14 at 64.28 is above the 50 midline but below the 70 overbought threshold. The MACD line at 6.69 has crossed above the signal at -0.21 with a positive histogram at 6.90, marking a fresh bullish crossover at the weekly level. The crossover is recent and reflects the last completed week, so it needs a completed weekly bar that includes the current surge for full confirmation.
- Volatility
- High. ATR14 at 22.93 is 7.80% of price, reflecting wide weekly ranges. Bollinger Bands (192.18 to 289.21) are wide, and price at 293.82 is already above the upper band, showing the weekly move has become extended as well. The current open week is trading well above these levels, which the completed weekly series has not yet captured.
- Volume
- Near average. Weekly volume of 4,646,600 is 1.09x the 20-week average (4,247,135), showing participation slightly above the recent norm.
Assessment
The completed weekly series through July 31 shows price at 293.82 reclaiming the SMA20 (240.69) and pushing above the SMA200 (286.94), with RSI at 64.28 and a fresh MACD bullish crossover. The larger picture remains in recovery, with price still about 42% below its level one year ago. The weekly series ends before the sharpest part of the surge, which began in the current still-open week, so weekly confirmation of the acceleration is pending. A weekly close above the recent high near 295.77 would extend the repair, while losing the SMA20 would signal that the bounce has run its course.
Key indicators
ZBRA Key Technical Indicators
RSI, MACD, moving averages, ATR, and Bollinger Bands across daily and weekly timeframes.
| Indicator | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 85.17 | 64.28 |
| MACD (12, 26, 9) | 20.90 / 11.10 / 9.80 | 6.69 / -0.21 / 6.90 |
| ATR (14) | 15.70 (4.25%) | 22.93 (7.80%) |
| Bollinger Bands (20, 2) | 217.37 - 343.64 | 192.18 - 289.21 |
| SMA (20) | 280.51 | 240.69 |
| SMA (50) | 259.97 | 256.56 |
| SMA (200) | 247.18 | 286.94 |
Price structure
ZBRA Price Structure and Returns
Price performance across multiple lookback periods and 52-week position.
| Metric | Daily | Weekly |
|---|---|---|
| Current Price | 368.99 | 293.82 |
| 1-Period Return | +0.04% | +13.04% |
| 5-Period Return | +30.39% | +16.81% |
| 20-Period Return | +39.60% | +44.94% |
| 60-Period Return | +63.25% | -0.52% |
| 252-Period Return | +8.09% | -42.50% |
| 52-Week Low | 199.05 | 199.05 |
| 52-Week High | 376.70 | 350.64 |
| 52-Week Position | 95.66% | 62.52% |
Key levels
ZBRA 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 | 376.70 | 295.77 |
| 20-Period Low | 250.32 | 199.05 |
| 60-Period High | 376.70 | 352.66 |
| 60-Period Low | 211.86 | 199.05 |
Scenarios
ZBRA Technical Scenarios
Conditions, invalidation triggers, and what to watch for each scenario.
Bullish
Trigger
Price holds above the SMA20 at 280.51 and breaks above the 52-week high at 376.70 on above-average volume, confirming continuation of the acceleration.
Invalidation
Price closes back below the SMA20 at 280.51 and breaks the 20-day low at 250.32.
What to watch
Daily RSI holding above 60 after cooling from extreme levels, the MACD histogram staying positive, volume staying elevated on up days, and the weekly series confirming the surge when the current week closes.
Range-Bound
Trigger
Price consolidates between support near 280.51 (SMA20) and resistance at 376.70 (52-week high) while the extreme overbought condition unwinds.
Invalidation
A decisive break above 376.70 or below 250.32 on rising volume.
What to watch
RSI easing from extreme levels toward the 50 to 65 zone, the MACD histogram flattening, and volume normalizing after the surge.
Bearish
Trigger
Price fails to hold the SMA20 at 280.51 and breaks below the 20-day low at 250.32, signaling that the surge has reversed and a corrective phase is underway.
Invalidation
Price reclaims and holds above the SMA20 at 280.51 with a higher low above 250.32.
What to watch
Daily RSI falling below 70 and then 50, the MACD histogram turning negative, volume rising on down days, and the weekly MACD crossover failing to hold.
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. 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 5, 2026, weekly July 27, 2026 week. Generated August 6, 2026.
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