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Hunting For Breakouts

Blazing My Own Trail: Hunting Pre-Breakout Stock Patterns Blazing My Own Trail: Hunting Pre-Breakout Stock Patterns By Shane Shipman, Independent Trader I've come to realize the market rewards people who build their own systems instead of just following everyone else. For the past few months I've been working on a custom pattern scanner that looks for stocks acting like they do right before a big breakout — that quiet, coiled-up phase. I combine it with a simple Finviz filter: stocks near their 52-week lows but showing some real strength (better volume or positive price action). It's given me some really interesting results. It's not perfect and it's definitely not revolutionary, but it's mine. I use historical patterns that look similar, then let algorithms help manage the trades. Lately though, I've started noticing other setups that could work really well alongside what I'm already doing — without making e...

What's On The Radar For May 11

High-Probability Breakout Setups Update: AI Momentum & Momentum Plays (Mid-May 2026) High-Probability Breakout Setups Update: AI, Power & Momentum Plays (as of May 8-10, 2026) By Shane | Trading Insights for Active Traders Here's the latest curated roundup based on recent tweets and Friday's market action (May 8 close). Markets showed strong momentum in AI infrastructure, photonics, and power-related names. I focused on setups with volume confirmation, cleaner technical structures, and defined risk levels — aggressive upside with manageable downside for intermediate traders. Prices reflect Friday's close / after-hours. Always verify live charts as things move fast over the weekend into Monday open. Important Disclaimer: This is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing here is financial advice, a recommendation to buy or sell, or a guarantee of performance. Trading involves substantial risk of loss and you can l...

HBAR A Bit Of A Dud So Far

HBAR Price Analysis: Another Buying Opportunity Around $0.086? HBAR Price Analysis May 2026 • Hedera Hashgraph Market Update Is Another Dip to \~$0.086 on the Horizon? Current HBAR Price $0.095 +2.7% (24h) • Market Cap \~$4.13 Billion As of May 10, 2026, HBAR is trading in the $0.094–$0.098 range after a modest recovery. The token has shown resilience following HederaCon 2026 in Miami, with positive developments including renewed ETF inflows (Canary HBAR ETF), Grayscale holdings, and enterprise momentum such as FedEx joining the Governing Council. Technical Outlook: Support at $0.086 Remains Key Near-term support: $0.092, then the strong demand zone at $0.086–$0.089 Deeper support: $0.080–$0.084 Resistance: $0.100 (psychological), $0.105, and $0.12–$0.13 A healthy p...

Visa

Visa ($V): Post-Earnings Technical Analysis & Trading Plan Published: May 05, 2026 Visa ($V$) recently reported a strong earnings beat ($3.31 EPS vs. $3.10 expected), yet the price action has remained in a consolidation phase. For swing traders, this "sideways" movement after good news often creates a high-probability setup once a direction is confirmed. Here is the technical breakdown and plan. 1. The Ichimoku Cloud Perspective We are looking for a shift in momentum using the Cloud: Resistance Zone: The stock is currently fighting around the $321–$325 range. A clean daily close above $334 is required to clear the Cloud and signal a bullish trend resumption. Signal Confirmation: Watch for the Tenkan (fast line) to cross above the Kijun (slow line) while price remains above the Cloud for a high-conviction entry. 2. ICT & Market Structure Applying momentum and liquidity concepts to identify inst...

What's behind the MASK

⚠️ DISCLAIMER & RISK WARNING The following content represents my personal trading notes and opinions only . It is not financial, investment, or legal advice. Trading micro-cap stocks involves extreme risk, including the total loss of principal. I am not a financial advisor. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a certified professional before making any financial decisions. Use this information at your own risk. MASK Trading Plan – Short-Term Scenarios Current price zone ≈ $2.00 – $2.20 | Extremely volatile micro-cap Scenario Entry Point Stop-Loss Exit Targets % Target 1 Est. Prob. Notes ...

May Momentum Plays

High-Probability Breakout Setups: Curated Momentum & Technical Plays (May 2026) High-Probability Breakout Setups: Curated Momentum & Technical Plays (Early May 2026) By Shane | Trading Insights for Active Traders As an active trader who follows a strong list of accounts, I scanned recent activity for clean, higher-probability setups near breakouts. The focus is on structured entries with manageable downside risk, volume confirmation, and clear invalidation levels — ideal for traders with some experience but not decades under their belt. I prioritize aggressive upside potential while emphasizing risk management: tight stops, defined support, and favorable risk/reward. These are educational snapshots — always do your own due diligence, verify live charts, and size positions appropriately (never risk more than 1-2% per trade). Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Past performance is not indicat...

How low can you ZILLOW

Zillow Stock (Z): How Low Can You Zillow? Why a Bounce Looks Likely in 2026 Zillow Stock (Z): How Low Can You Zillow? Is a Bounce Finally Here? Published: May 5, 2026 | By Shane Zillow Group (NASDAQ: Z ) has been in a brutal downtrend throughout 2026. The stock is down roughly **35% year-to-date** and sits near its 52-week lows. With elevated mortgage rates continuing to pressure the housing market, many investors are wondering the same thing: “How low can you Zillow?” Here’s a full breakdown of the current setup, the bull case for a bounce, the risks ahead, and what to watch in tomorrow’s earnings report. Current Price Action (as of May 5, 2026) Z closed today at approximately $44.03 , down about 2.8% on the day. The stock is trading well below its 200-day moving average and is dangerously close to the 52-week low around $39.05 . Over the past year, shares are down more than 36%. This is a classic oversold-looking chart in a beaten-down sector. Housing-rela...