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Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR (XLP) Technical Analysis
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| | It was a first positive week for the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR (XLP). During the week, the XLP gained 1.07 points, or 1.27%, and closed at 85.19 on Friday, July 17, 2026. Weekly volume was -34% below average.
 Long-term trend: [See XLP long-term trend chart]
A long-term uptrend had started on November 6, 2025 at 75.16 and reached 90.14 on February 17, 2026. XLP gained -14.98 points, or -19.93%, in 14 weeks. The chart has formed a Symmetric Triangle chart pattern. The uptrend resistance line (83.11) is broken. Usually a broken resistance is considered to be a long-term bullish signal, although a short-term pull back is possible. Use the following links to access Trend Support/Resistance Help, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with broken trend resistance line in a long-term trend.
 Medium-term trend: [See XLP medium-term trend chart]
A medium-term uptrend had started on April 15, 2026 at 80.46 and reached 87.43 on July 17, 2026. XLP gained -6.97 points, or -8.66%, in 13 weeks. The chart has formed a Symmetric Triangle chart pattern. The trend support level is at 82.71 and resistance is at 85.97. A Symmetric Triangle pattern represents the area of indecision, where the movement direction is questioned. Chart pattern analysis usually considers a symmetric triangle chart pattern as a continuation formation which resolves in the direction of larger trend, but it also may mark the trend reversal. Use the following link to access a Symmetric Triangle chart pattern help, or use a Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with Symmetric Triangle pattern in a medium-term trend.
 Weekly Technical Indicators: [See XLP weekly technical indicators chart]
Weekly technical indicators are neutral.
The weekly MACD line is below its signal line since March 27, 2026. The distance between MACD and the signal line is low and getting smaller. Use the following link to access a MACD help.
Short-term trend: [See XLP short-term trend chart]
A short-term uptrend had started on June 2, 2026 at 81.48 and reached 87.43 on July 17, 2026. XLP gained -5.95 points, or -7.30%, in 45 days. The chart has formed a Symmetric Triangle chart pattern.
 Daily Technical Indicators: [See XLP daily technical indicators chart]
Daily Williams' Percentage Range is overbought. Use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with overbought daily Williams' Percentage Range. Oscillators are designed to signal a possible trend reversal. They can act as alerts and should be taken in conjunction with other technical analysis tools. Oscillators can be used to confirm other technical signals. Use the following link to access Williams' Percentage Range help.
During the last week, daily MACD line has moved above its signal line. Such crossover is considered a bullish signal.
During the last week, the 20 Day Moving Average has crossed below the 50 Day Moving Average. Such crossover is considered a bearish signal. The moving average crossover signals work better when the stock develops a strong trend, but they are ineffective when the stock is in a trading range. Moving average crossover systems can be effective, but should be used in conjunction with trend patterns, momentum indicators, candlesticks and other aspects of technical analysis. Use the following links to access Moving Average Crossover trading technique, or use the Technical Stock Screener to see the list of stocks with the Moving Average close to the price level.
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