Pop & Slide Pattern

The Pop & Slide Breakout is a powerful continuation setup. After an initial surge in price, the stock consolidates near the high, testing resistance multiple times. This signals accumulation. Once breakout occurs, it often leads to another strong move up.

What is a Pop & Slide Breakout?

It's a two-phase pattern. First, a breakout candle or volume spike (the "pop"). Then, a tight base forms under resistance, where the price tests the highs but doesn't break. The final phase is the breakout above that base.

How to Identify the Pattern

• Look for a strong breakout or news-related pop.
• Base should form near the highs, not deep pullback.
• Resistance tested 2–3 times without fail.
• Volume builds before breakout.

Entry and Exit Strategy

• Entry: Breakout above the base high with volume.
• Stop Loss: Below the consolidation base.
• Target: Equal to or greater than the initial pop move.

Common Mistakes

• Entering too early inside the base.
• Ignoring volume confirmation.
• Chasing after extended breakout candles.

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