| Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FAS | 31 |
| 2 | TAL 🚀 | 30 |
| 3 | META | 28 |
| 4 | NU | 27 |
| 5 | SBUX | 27 |
| 6 | BABA | 26 |
| 7 | IREN 🚀 📈 | 22 |
| 8 | WMT | 22 |
| 9 | PANW | 20 |
| 10 | AVGO | 18 |
| 11 | EH | 17 |
| 12 | PLTR 🚀 📈 | 17 |
| 13 | TIGR 🚀 📈 | 17 |
| 14 | YINN 📈 | 17 |
| 15 | BA | 15 |
| 16 | VZ | 13 |
| 17 | BIDU | 12 |
| 18 | CRM | 12 |
| 19 | GM 🚀 | 12 |
| 20 | PINS | 12 |
| 21 | T | 12 |
| 22 | DIS | 10 |
| 23 | SHOP 🚀 | 10 |
| 24 | SOUN 🚀 📈 | 10 |
| 25 | MCD | 7 |
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.