| Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HIMS | 40 |
| 2 | RBRK | 36 |
| 3 | APLD 🚀 | 35 |
| 4 | APP | 35 |
| 5 | TAL 🚀 | 26 |
| 6 | NRG | 23 |
| 7 | META | 22 |
| 8 | MAS | 21 |
| 9 | RDDT 🚀 | 19 |
| 10 | CVNA | 17 |
| 11 | SNOW 🚀 | 17 |
| 12 | BBVA | 16 |
| 13 | CSCO | 9 |
| 14 | HPE | 9 |
| 15 | WMB | 9 |
| 16 | GM | 8 |
| 17 | RBLX | 8 |
| 18 | ROKU | 8 |
| 19 | NCLH | 6 |
| 20 | AEM | 5 |
| 21 | AMZN | 5 |
| 22 | CCL | 5 |
| 23 | COST | 5 |
| 24 | KGC | 5 |
| 25 | PM | 5 |
| 26 | SYM | 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.