| Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XPEV 🚀 | 42 |
| 2 | GOOG | 40 |
| 3 | GOOGL | 40 |
| 4 | GGLL | 38 |
| 5 | QCOM | 34 |
| 6 | YINN | 33 |
| 7 | NOK 🚀 | 20 |
| 8 | CART | 12 |
| 9 | CME | 7 |
| 10 | MARA 🚀 | 7 |
| 11 | AVGO | 6 |
| 12 | CLSK | 6 |
| 13 | CRWD | 6 |
| 14 | BIDU | 5 |
| 15 | GOLD | 5 |
| 16 | XP | 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.