Rank | Ticker | Days Since Previous High |
---|---|---|
1 | CRCL 🚀 | 37 |
2 | V | 28 |
3 | JHX 🚀 | 27 |
4 | TTD | 27 |
5 | EL | 26 |
6 | CELH 🚀 | 22 |
7 | ADM | 21 |
8 | BG | 21 |
9 | LYG | 16 |
10 | BMNR | 12 |
11 | SERV 🚀 📈 | 12 |
12 | HPE | 11 |
13 | XYZ | 10 |
14 | ASX | 9 |
15 | BBWI | 9 |
16 | LMND 🚀 📈 | 9 |
17 | EBAY | 8 |
18 | NTAP | 8 |
19 | NTR | 8 |
20 | SOFI 📈 | 8 |
21 | MP 📈 | 7 |
22 | BA | 6 |
23 | ACN | 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.