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S&P 500 52-Week Highs & Lows Radar: Union Pacific (UNP), International Business Machines (IBM) and more

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S&P 500 52-Week Highs & Lows Radar: Union Pacific (UNP), International Business Machines (IBM) and more

Screening all 503 S&P 500 constituents for stocks nearest to their 52-week high and their 52-week low. Data as of July 23, 2026. % Realized = 52-week total return.

Legend: RSI > 70 = overbought · RSI < 30 = oversold · Green % Realized = positive 52W return · Red = negative.

📈 Nearest to 52-Week High

Sectors represented: Industrials (4), Real Estate (1)

Nearest to 52-Week High — Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized52-Week High DateRSI% above MA200Trend
UNPUnion Pacific CorpIndustrials$311.40+34.81%2026-07-2374.8+25.2%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
WELLWelltower IncReal Estate$246.76+52.67%2026-07-2370.2+22.2%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
GDGeneral Dynamics CorpIndustrials$386.04+21.80%2026-07-2369.4+10.9%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
HWMHowmet Aerospace IncIndustrials$286.17+53.53%2026-07-2364.4+22.6%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
NSCNorfolk Southern CorpIndustrials$355.00+26.66%2026-07-2375.1+18.1%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
UNP chart

UNP  |  Union Pacific Corp  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $311.40  |  % Realized: +34.81%  |  RSI: 74.8  |  % above MA200: +25.2%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Union Pacific Corp (UNP) operates North America's largest railroad network, transporting goods across various industries. Investors care about its efficiency, capacity, and market share, as these factors impact revenue and profitability.

UNP's RSI(14) is 74.8, nearing overbought territory, with a bullish MA alignment: price ($311.93) > MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The stock is 0.0% below its 52-Week high, indicating potential breakout momentum.

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WELL chart

WELL  |  Welltower Inc  |  Real Estate  |  Price Last: $246.76  |  % Realized: +52.67%  |  RSI: 70.2  |  % above MA200: +22.2%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Welltower Inc (WELL) is a healthcare real estate investment trust that invests in seniors' housing and healthcare facilities. Investors should care because its performance is tied to the growing demand for healthcare services and seniors' housing.

WELL's RSI(14) is 70.2, indicating strong momentum with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, a bullish alignment. The stock is 0.0% below its 52-Week high, suggesting a potential breakout.

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GD chart

GD  |  General Dynamics Corp  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $386.04  |  % Realized: +21.80%  |  RSI: 69.4  |  % above MA200: +10.9%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

General Dynamics Corp is a defense company that produces Gulfstream business jets, armored vehicles, and military equipment. Investors should care because its diverse portfolio provides stable revenue streams amidst geopolitical tensions and defense spending increases.

General Dynamics Corp shows bullish technicals with RSI(14) at 69.4, indicating strong momentum. The MA alignment is bullish (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200) and is 0.0% below its 52-Week high, suggesting a potential breakout.

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HWM chart

HWM  |  Howmet Aerospace Inc  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $286.17  |  % Realized: +53.53%  |  RSI: 64.4  |  % above MA200: +22.6%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Howmet Aerospace Inc is a manufacturer of aerospace and defense components, including fasteners, structures, and engine parts. Investors should care due to its critical role in the aerospace supply chain and potential for growth driven by increasing demand for air travel and defense spending.

Howmet Aerospace Inc is in a sustained uptrend with price ($286.74) above MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The RSI(14) is 64.4, nearing overbought territory. The stock is 0.0% below its 52-Week high, indicating potential for a breakout, with a 53.5% return over the 52-Week period.

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NSC chart

NSC  |  Norfolk Southern Corp  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $355.00  |  % Realized: +26.66%  |  RSI: 75.1  |  % above MA200: +18.1%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Norfolk Southern Corp operates a rail network, transporting goods like coal, intermodal containers, and automotive parts. Investors care about its operational efficiency and market share in the rail industry, as it impacts revenue and profitability.

NSC's RSI(14) is 75.1, indicating strong momentum with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, a bullish alignment. At 0.0% below its 52-Week high, it nears a potential breakout, suggesting continued uptrend.

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📉 Nearest to 52-Week Low

Sectors represented: Consumer Cyclical (2), Technology (1), Consumer Defensive (1), Healthcare (1)

Nearest to 52-Week Low — Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized52-Week Low DateRSI% above MA200Trend
IBMInternational Business Machines CorpTechnology$202.49-28.20%2026-07-2329.0-25.7%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
MCDMcDonald's CorpConsumer Cyclical$262.85-11.83%2026-07-2338.4-12.8%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
PEPPepsiCo IncConsumer Defensive$134.52-7.65%2026-07-2339.4-10.2%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
ISRGIntuitive Surgical IncHealthcare$329.68-34.32%2026-07-2328.5-32.0%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
LOWLowe's Cos., IncConsumer Cyclical$201.51-11.85%2026-07-2336.0-16.1%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
IBM chart

IBM  |  International Business Machines Corp  |  Technology  |  Price Last: $202.49  |  % Realized: -28.20%  |  RSI: 29.0  |  % above MA200: -25.7%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

International Business Machines Corp (IBM) is a technology company that provides a range of services including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and IT consulting. Investors should care about its transition to a cloud-focused business and its ability to compete with peers.

IBM's technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 29.0 indicating oversold conditions, and a sustained downtrend as price ($202.71) remains below MA20, MA50, and MA200, with the stock testing its 52-Week low.

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MCD chart

MCD  |  McDonald's Corp  |  Consumer Cyclical  |  Price Last: $262.85  |  % Realized: -11.83%  |  RSI: 38.4  |  % above MA200: -12.8%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

McDonald's Corp operates quick-service restaurants, serving burgers, fries, and beverages globally. Investors should care about its brand strength, global footprint, and ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences, impacting revenue growth and profitability.

McDonald's Corp is testing major support with its price at 0.0% above its 52-Week low. The RSI(14) is 38.4, and the MA alignment is bearish (price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200), indicating a sustained downtrend and potential further decline, as seen in its -11.8% 52-Week return.

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PEP chart

PEP  |  PepsiCo Inc  |  Consumer Defensive  |  Price Last: $134.52  |  % Realized: -7.65%  |  RSI: 39.4  |  % above MA200: -10.2%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

PepsiCo Inc is a diversified food and beverage company with brands like Pepsi, Lay's, and Gatorade, generating revenue through beverage sales, snack foods, and other categories. Investors care about its performance due to its market share and consumer staples exposure.

PepsiCo's technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 39.4 indicating oversold conditions, price below all MAs (MA20, MA50, MA200), and a 52-Week low test, suggesting a sustained downtrend and potential further decline, with a 52-Week return of -7.6%.

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ISRG chart

ISRG  |  Intuitive Surgical Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $329.68  |  % Realized: -34.32%  |  RSI: 28.5  |  % above MA200: -32.0%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Intuitive Surgical Inc develops and markets robotic-assisted surgical systems, primarily the da Vinci Surgical System, enhancing precision and minimally invasive procedures. Investors care due to its market dominance and growth potential in surgical robotics.

ISRG's technicals indicate a warning sign: RSI(14) at 28.5 suggests oversold conditions, with price below all MAs (MA20, MA50, MA200) in a sustained downtrend, and trading 0.0% above its 52-Week low, testing major support.

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LOW chart

LOW  |  Lowe's Cos., Inc  |  Consumer Cyclical  |  Price Last: $201.51  |  % Realized: -11.85%  |  RSI: 36.0  |  % above MA200: -16.1%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Lowe's Cos., Inc operates as a home improvement retailer, selling products such as building materials, tools, and appliances. Investors should care as the company's performance reflects housing market trends and consumer spending habits.

Lowe's is in a sustained downtrend with price ($201.42) below MA20, MA50, and MA200. RSI(14) is 36.0, near oversold territory. The stock is 0.0% above its 52-Week low, testing major support, indicating a potential warning sign.

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Market Commentary

The S&P 500 stocks listed are currently trading near their 52-week extremes, with some at highs and others at lows. Stocks at 52-week highs include UNP, WELL, GD, HWM, and NSC, all at their peak price. Conversely, IBM, MCD, PEP, ISRG, and LOW are at their 52-week lows. This indicates a significant price movement, potentially driven by fundamental or macroeconomic factors.

The stocks near 52-week highs are primarily from the industrials and real estate sectors, suggesting a potential rotation into these areas. The presence of ISRG at a 52-week low may indicate a sector-specific issue in healthcare or a reaction to broader market trends. The stocks at highs and lows are from different sectors, potentially reflecting diverse macroeconomic themes and investor sentiment.

Key levels to watch include the current prices of these stocks, as a break above or below their 52-week extremes could signal further price movements. Potential catalysts include earnings reports, macroeconomic data releases, and sector-specific news. Monitoring these stocks and their respective sectors may provide insights into broader market trends and potential investment opportunities.


Methodology: All 503 S&P 500 constituents screened. 52-week high = highest daily close over the past 252 trading days (approx. 1 year). 52-week low = lowest daily close over the same period. Distance = (current price / extreme − 1) × 100. Technical indicators computed on up to 1 year of daily OHLCV data.

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Not investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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