ConsolidationConsolidation describes a chart pattern where a stock price moves a lot less than expected. Our software uses an algorithm based on the Black-Scholes model, and recent volatility for a stock to determine the amount that you would expect each stock to move over time. We then examine various time frames and report an alert if the stock moved significantly less than expected.
Alert Types
We offer the following alert types which are related to this topic. 
Click on the icon for a detailed description of the alert, or
click on the "more" link for additional examples of each type of alert.
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 | May 16th, 6:40:55 PM | BYI | Strong consolidation. $42.27-42.35. Shares: 335,328. Time: 2 hours 54 minutes. | more |
See Also
Alert,
Algorithm,
Black-Scholes Model,
Channel Breakdown,
Channel Breakout,
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