| Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VLO | 38 |
| 2 | GUSH | 37 |
| 3 | FCX | 30 |
| 4 | RIVN | 30 |
| 5 | CPB | 28 |
| 6 | FTI 🚀 | 27 |
| 7 | GME 🚀 | 27 |
| 8 | TECK | 27 |
| 9 | MARA 🚀 | 23 |
| 10 | AU | 18 |
| 11 | SNAP | 17 |
| 12 | SMR | 16 |
| 13 | RBLX | 15 |
| 14 | AAPL | 13 |
| 15 | AAPU | 13 |
| 16 | AR | 12 |
| 17 | DASH | 10 |
| 18 | RDDT 🚀 | 10 |
| 19 | AAL | 7 |
| 20 | DHI | 7 |
| 21 | MCD | 7 |
| 22 | NLY | 7 |
| 23 | PHM | 7 |
| 24 | WMT | 7 |
| 25 | AGNC | 6 |
| 26 | FSLR | 6 |
| 27 | MNST | 6 |
| 28 | NOK 🚀 | 6 |
| 29 | AEG | 5 |
| 30 | SJM | 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.