Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
---|---|---|
1 | MCD | 42 |
2 | ROKU | 41 |
3 | CLF 🚀 | 38 |
4 | SMCI 🚀 | 38 |
5 | ADBE | 29 |
6 | UPST 🚀 | 29 |
7 | ZIM 🚀 | 20 |
8 | AI 🚀 | 13 |
9 | SERV 🚀 | 11 |
10 | APLD 🚀 | 10 |
11 | NVDL 🚀 | 10 |
12 | PTEN | 10 |
13 | MDB | 9 |
14 | PANW | 9 |
15 | KO | 7 |
16 | PDD | 7 |
17 | RKLB 🚀 | 7 |
18 | ACHR 🚀 | 6 |
19 | APA | 6 |
20 | LRCX | 6 |
21 | OXY | 6 |
22 | V | 6 |
23 | GME 🚀 | 5 |
In stock trading, a "consolidation" period is a phase where a stock's price trades within a narrow range, often with decreasing volume. This represents a period of market indecision, where buyers and sellers are in a relative balance. The "good" thing about a stock breaking higher out of this consolidation is that it can signal the start of a new, powerful uptrend. A breakout to the upside suggests that buyers have finally overwhelmed sellers, and the accumulated energy from the consolidation period is being released in a bullish direction. This is often accompanied by a significant increase in trading volume, which confirms the conviction of the move. The longer and tighter the consolidation, the more significant the potential breakout. For traders, a breakout from consolidation can provide a low-risk, high-reward entry point. The resistance level that defined the top of the consolidation range now becomes a new support level. This provides a clear area for traders to place a stop-loss order, helping to manage risk. The potential for a strong, sustained move higher makes this a favorite strategy for identifying new momentum plays.