Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
---|---|---|
1 | SPG | 43 |
2 | DKNG | 42 |
3 | MDB 🚀 | 38 |
4 | GPC | 37 |
5 | ADBE | 35 |
6 | ZIM 🚀 | 22 |
7 | XOM | 15 |
8 | AA | 13 |
9 | INTC 🚀 | 13 |
10 | PTEN | 12 |
11 | ERX | 11 |
12 | AMC 🚀 | 10 |
13 | APA | 10 |
14 | OXY | 9 |
15 | SLB | 9 |
16 | T | 9 |
17 | CVX | 8 |
18 | DVN | 8 |
19 | GUSH | 8 |
20 | VZ | 8 |
21 | BTDR 🚀 | 6 |
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.