Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
---|---|---|
1 | MCD | 35 |
2 | PTON 🚀 | 31 |
3 | RBRK | 30 |
4 | HIMS | 27 |
5 | MRVL 🚀 | 23 |
6 | EA | 19 |
7 | TER 🚀 | 14 |
8 | PBR | 13 |
9 | PBR-A | 13 |
10 | HLT | 10 |
11 | HWM | 8 |
12 | AS | 7 |
13 | VG | 7 |
14 | WMB | 7 |
15 | DKNG | 6 |
16 | EXE | 6 |
17 | RBLX | 6 |
18 | FERG | 5 |
19 | KHC | 5 |
20 | NRG | 5 |
21 | SBUX | 5 |
22 | VST | 5 |
23 | VTR | 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.