What's On The Radar For May 11
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.
Key Traders & Resources
- @boytrader08 — Momentum & real-time small/mid-cap ideas
- @TheStockDon — Catalyst-driven swings (power/AI infrastructure)
- @PeterLBrandt — Classic technical analysis & chart structures
- @I_Am_The_ICT — Structured high-probability setups
- @CoachNickMoney and others for additional momentum flow
Top Recent Near-Breakout / Momentum Setups
1. $RXT (Rackspace Technology) — Explosive Volume Breakout
Closed Friday at $5.49 (+56% on the day, massive volume). Broke key $4.50 level highlighted by @boytrader08. AI/cloud infrastructure momentum continuing. After-hours pushed toward $6+.
Watch for: Hold above $4.50–$5.00 (former resistance = new support). Tight stop below Friday low for defined risk.
2. $FLNC (Fluence Energy) — Power/AI Hyperscaler Play
Closed at $24.16 (+27.36%, strong volume). Support levels held well with hyperscaler backlog and AI power demand tailwinds (@TheStockDon emphasis). Targets in the $27+ area noted.
Watch for: Continuation above recent highs. Structured pullback entries to key support.
3. $POET — AI/Photonics Momentum Continuation
Closed at $10.95 (+14.3%, high volume \~72M shares). Sustained strength in the sector. Volatile but catalyst-rich.
Watch for: Hold above $9.50–$10 zone. Use smaller size or defined-risk options.
4. $PENG (Penguin Solutions) — Photonics Strength
Closed at $44.23 (+13.5%). Broke to new highs with solid volume. AI infrastructure theme intact.
Watch for: Pullback to $39–$40 support zone for structured entry.
Additional Mentions
- $GLE — Small-cap momentum with key levels around $0.70 (@boytrader08). Volume watch important.
- $PPSI — Longer-term power/data center re-rate play. Almost doubled from swing entry zone.
Trading Wisdom for Intermediate Traders
- Lower Downside Focus: Prioritize entries on confirmed breaks or pullbacks to support (e.g., key MAs or breakout levels turning into support).
- Aggressive but Managed: Aim for 1:2+ risk/reward. Scale in on strength and use tight stops. Size small on volatile names.
- Risk Management: Never risk more than you can afford. One high-quality setup beats overtrading. Journal every trade (process over P&L).
- Peter Brandt / ICT Lens: Respect structure and volume. Best trades often feel obvious after the fact — patience on invalidation.
- Weekend Note: Monitor any macro/news (trade tensions, earnings) for Monday gaps. Use defined-risk options where volatility is high.
Markets evolve quickly — follow the accounts in real time and always check live prices/levels. These are snapshots for educational review only.
Trade safe, trade smart, and manage risk above all.
Published \~May 10, 2026 | Data based on public tweets and market closes as of May 8, 2026. All charts via TradingView. Not financial advice.
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