This educational analysis addresses a critical psychological trap that catches even experienced traders: vertical tops and blow-off formations that trigger opportunity impulses rather than warning responses. The discussion examines seven current ASX examples demonstrating massive count-highs—the exact characteristic that defines this deceptive setup—and explores why emotional response contradicts rational analysis. The framework reveals a fundamental contradiction in trader psychology: setups that should trigger caution instead generate excitement. Vertical price advances creating new highs activate fear-of-missing-out psychology, making entries feel urgent and justified precisely when risk reaches maximum levels. This emotional override of systematic discipline represents the difference between preserving accumulated profits and watching gains evaporate as euphoric peaks reverse. The educational analysis breaks down all seven chart examples to demonstrate danger signal characteristics that contradict surface-level opportunity appearance. Understanding these warning signs requires recognising that extreme strength often precedes exhaustion rather than continuation. The discussion additionally identifies five companies representing potential rotation opportunities as current market peaks mature, providing systematic positioning framework for capital preservation and redeployment as year-end 2025 approaches. Educational Focus: Understanding why vertical tops trigger opportunity feelings instead of warnings Recognising massive count-highs as deceptive setup characteristics Learning the psychology behind euphoric peak entries Distinguishing emotional impulse from systematic analysis Identifying danger signals within apparent strength Developing profit preservation discipline during extremes Understanding rotation timing as peaks mature Building systematic response to contradictory emotional signals This content provides general education on trading psychology and peak formation recognition focused on year-end 2025 market conditions without making specific investment recommendations. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. Finer Market Points Pty Ltd | CAR 1304002 | AFSL 526688 | ABN 87 645 284 680 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

This educational discussion examines the critical difference between exploration and specialisation in trading development, drawing from direct observation of consistently profitable professional traders. The analysis explores the common pattern of trying multiple trading approaches—day trading, arbitrage, options, warrants, IPOs, pairs trading, and capital raising—before discovering the fundamental principle that separates sustained success from perpetual searching. The framework identifies a critical pattern observed across professional trading environments: the most consistently profitable traders maintain unwavering focus on their specific niche rather than constantly rotating between methodologies. This specialisation approach contrasts sharply with typical retail trader behaviour, characterised by continuously chasing "the next hot thing" whenever a new strategy or market opportunity captures attention. The educational insight emphasises that exploration serves a purpose—discovering which approach aligns with individual strengths, personality, and market understanding—but sustained profitability emerges only after committing to deep expertise development within a chosen methodology. The phrase "stay in their lane and trade their edge" encapsulates the professional mindset: once you've identified your competitive advantage, deepening that edge produces superior results compared to perpetually starting over with new approaches. Educational Focus: Understanding the exploration versus specialisation phases of trading development Recognising patterns of consistently profitable professional traders Learning why methodology switching prevents expertise development Identifying the psychological trap of chasing "hot" new strategies Developing commitment to niche mastery over variety seeking Understanding competitive advantage through depth versus breadth Building long-term edge through specialised knowledge accumulation Distinguishing productive learning from counterproductive strategy rotation This content provides general education on trading philosophy and professional development focused on specialisation principles without making specific investment recommendations. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. Finer Market Points Pty Ltd | CAR 1304002 | AFSL 526688 | ABN 87 645 284 680 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

This educational analysis examines Gentrack Group (GTK.ASX), a former market leader previously featured in systematic momentum analysis, now demonstrating renewed strength characteristics after a significant correction phase. The discussion focuses on recognising former leaders that maintain structural integrity through pullbacks and identifying re-emergence signals. The historical context provides important educational framework: a decade-long exceptional run established Gentrack as a proven momentum leader with documented success patterns. The subsequent correction, whilst substantial, represents a normal cycle phase rather than structural breakdown. This distinction matters critically when evaluating former leaders—corrections in quality names often create re-entry opportunities rather than permanent deterioration signals. The current technical development shows classic re-emergence characteristics: an impulsive move "jumping out of the gates" accompanied by significant volume expansion. This combination suggests institutional re-engagement rather than retail speculation. The strength of the move, combined with volume confirmation, warrants watchlist positioning despite the recent correction history. Former leaders often demonstrate superior probability characteristics compared to untested names, as they possess established institutional following and proven ability to sustain momentum. Educational Focus: Recognising former leaders through historical performance context Understanding correction phases within long-term leadership patterns Identifying re-emergence signals (impulsive moves with volume) Distinguishing quality corrections from structural breakdowns Developing watchlist methodology for former leader candidates Learning from documented model book references Appreciating decade-long performance context in analysis Understanding why former leaders deserve continued monitoring This content provides general technical analysis education focused on former leader recognition and re-emergence pattern identification. It explores systematic approaches to monitoring quality names through correction cycles without making specific investment recommendations. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. Finer Market Points Pty Ltd | CAR 1304002 | AFSL 526688 | ABN 87 645 284 680 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

This educational analysis examines GQG Partners (GQG.ASX), responding to significant member interest and market attention this week. The discussion focuses on identifying relative strength characteristics during broader market weakness—a critical skill for momentum traders seeking leadership opportunities in challenging conditions. The technical structure demonstrates several constructive developments: price breaking above the 50-day moving average, surpassing two swing highs during the recent decline, and executing an impulsive upward move with supportive volume characteristics. These elements combine to signal potential character change from the previous downtrend structure. The volume confirmation throughout the advance suggests institutional participation rather than retail speculation. The analysis emphasises the concept of relative strength—GQG emerged forcefully from recent lows whilst broader markets remained weak. This divergence often identifies stocks with superior demand characteristics that warrant watchlist positioning. The educational focus now shifts to consolidation monitoring: successful momentum setups typically pause after initial impulsive moves, allowing for healthy accumulation before potential continuation. Educational Focus: Recognising relative strength during weak market environments Understanding swing high breaks as trend change signals Identifying impulsive moves with volume confirmation Interpreting 50-day moving average breakouts Developing watchlist methodology for leadership candidates Learning consolidation pattern expectations post-breakout Distinguishing relative strength from general market movement Responding to member interest whilst maintaining systematic analysis This content provides general technical analysis education focused on relative strength identification and breakout pattern recognition. It explores systematic approaches to identifying leadership characteristics without making specific investment recommendations. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. Finer Market Points Pty Ltd | CAR 1304002 | AFSL 526688 | ABN 87 645 284 680 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

This educational analysis examines the critical phase following market lows, focusing on identifying stocks demonstrating early strength and understanding the various consolidation patterns that develop after initial breakout moves. The discussion centres on recognising base formations and the different structural outcomes that emerge during subsequent consolidation phases. The analysis identifies stocks emerging from market lows with demonstrated strength characteristics—whether through explosive initial moves or steady advancement out of base structures. The educational framework emphasises that the initial strength move represents only the first phase; the subsequent consolidation behaviour determines tradability and continuation probability. Three distinct consolidation patterns emerge after initial strength: tight consolidation (indicating strong hands and potential continuation), loose or extended consolidation (suggesting weakening structure and increased risk), and sideways consolidation (representing balanced accumulation-distribution). The Launch Pad system specifically identifies these early-stage setups, highlighting companies that have "come out hard" from lows and now require pattern monitoring to determine which consolidation path develops. Educational Focus: Recognising stocks showing strength as markets emerge from lows Identifying base breakout formations versus continuation patterns Understanding three consolidation patterns post-initial strength move Distinguishing tight versus loose versus sideways consolidation structures Developing real-time pattern-watching methodology Learning Launch Pad system identification criteria Understanding that initial strength requires consolidation confirmation Building patience to observe consolidation development before entry This content provides general technical analysis education focused on base breakout recognition and consolidation pattern interpretation. It explores systematic approaches to early-stage strength identification without making specific investment recommendations. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. Finer Market Points Pty Ltd | CAR 1304002 | AFSL 526688 | ABN 87 645 284 680 FREE 5-VIDEO MOMENTUM TRADING COURSE: VIDEO 1 (This Video): Why I kept buying at the top and how cycle timing fixes it • I Lost Money In The Same Stocks Others Pro... https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png VIDEO 2: Why the same stocks made others money but not me (Top Right Trading) • Same Stocks, They Profited, I Lost Money (... https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png VIDEO 3: Why I missed every breakout or bought too late (timing precision) • More Filters Made My Trade Timing WORSE (H... https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png VIDEO 4: Why I was mentally exhausted by 8am (systematic process) • My Trading System Was Working... But I Was... https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png VIDEO 5: Why I froze when trading (confidence execution) https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon_ringo2.png You Know What to Trade. So Why Can't You E... Trader’s Education Resources: Trader’s Charting-Eye Gym for Daily Reps: Charting Eye Gym for Momentum Traders VCP Trading Tutorial: VCP Tutorial + Book Summary Download | Mark Minervini | Volatility Contraction Pattern | ASX trading Wyckof Springs Trading Tutorial: Wyckoff Springs Trading Walkthrough | Wyckoff Education High Tight Flag Trading Tutorial: High Tight Flag Charting Tutorial Pocket Pivot Trading Tutorial: Pocket Pivot Tutorial | Gil Morales Chris Kacher | ASX Trading | Novonix ASX | CAN SLIM Guide to using Finer Market Points Membership Resources: New Membership Access: Momentum Profile Launched Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

When momentum is low and markets are volatile, the next market leaders reveal themselves—and Gary's launch pad list identifies them 4-6 weeks before the market bottoms. In this detailed analysis, Christopher and Gary break down technical setups including high-tight flag patterns in SRL, relative strength plays in GQG and EQT, and position sizing strategies for volatile conditions. Learn how to identify stocks with robust volume that stand up during corrections, proper stop-loss placement techniques, and why the 50-day moving average remains the key indicator for trading decisions. Gary shares his risk management framework: trading 5-10% of portfolio per position, adjusting stops to break-even, and maintaining discipline during periods of fewer setups. Whether you're analysing momentum trades, pocket pivot entries, or managing downtrend breakouts, this session covers the technical analysis and trading strategies that separate future market leaders from false signals during challenging market conditions. General Advice Warning: The advice in this newsletter is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation, and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. The Momentum Leaders and Launch Pad List are part of Finer Ma FREE 5-VIDEO MOMENTUM TRADING COURSE: VIDEO 1 (This Video): Why I kept buying at the top and how cycle timing fixes it    • I Lost Money In The Same Stocks Others Pro...   VIDEO 2: Why the same stocks made others money but not me (Top Right Trading)    • Same Stocks, They Profited, I Lost Money (...   VIDEO 3: Why I missed every breakout or bought too late (timing precision)    • More Filters Made My Trade Timing WORSE (H...   VIDEO 4: Why I was mentally exhausted by 8am (systematic process)    • My Trading System Was Working... But I Was...   VIDEO 5: Why I froze when trading (confidence execution) You Know What to Trade. So Why Can't You E...   rket Points' 3030 List. YouTube Channel Members get the 30 30 List as soon as Gary gets the list - over a day before the public get this video. Join now for early access to the 3030 List amongst other trading tools. Here’s a Guide to using the 3030 Report: Chapters 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Why the Launch Pad Matters 2:20 Momentum Leaders KGD Kula Gold 3:30 Takeover insights WJL Bids 6:30 HAV Havilah Resources FML Focus Minerals Ltd 7:30 SRL Sunrise VCP and High Tight Flag (HTF) ()() 8:30 HTF Insights and Gary's VCP study 11:00 Positioning stops for volatile leaders 13:30 Focus Minerals Ltd FML 14:30 Probing Stops 15:10 MBH Maggie Beer Holdings 15:50 CLV Clover Corporation 17:30 Mistakes Early Traders Make ()() 18:30 How 12 weeks a year I Make all my Money 23:00 The essence of Momentum Trading: MYG Mayfield Group Ltd 25:45 EQT Equity Hl good volume out of the low 26:30 HMC Capital Limited, risk of overhear pressure 27:00 SKS Tech Group Ltd 30:30 360 Model Book example () 31:00 PPE Peoplein Limited 32:00 Gary’s interest in Launch Pad Leader PIQ Proteomics Int Lab 32:50 MSB Mesoblast Limited 34:00 GTK Companies Discussed: Kula Gold Limited, Havilah Resources, Focus Minerals Ltd, Sunrise, Clover Corporation, Mayfield Group Ltd, GQG Partners, Equity Hl, HMC Capital Limited, Peoplein Limited, SKS Tech Group Ltd, Proteomics Int Lab, Mesoblast Limited, Gentrack Group Ltd Trader’s Education Resources: Trader’s Charting-Eye Gym for Daily Reps: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVMOgaPqrk1uBJNIUxYin-2oqqAjV_IBI VCP Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/GopCZ6owaro Wyckoff Springs Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/TXZ3sBiKCwI High Tight Flag Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/Et0VykVtqDc Pocket Pivot Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/hGb8qoe4kaU Guide to using Finer Market Points Membership Resources: https://youtube.com/live/o2jaCRQYIow Finer Market Points connects leading market themes with the best-performing companies for better trading. Finer Market Points is presented by Christopher Hall with Shares In Play looking at the best performing growth shares and ASX small caps riding the tailwind of the industry themes leading the market higher. The Hot stocks to trade now range from ASX 200 blue chips to small tech stocks and mining stocks with the strongest performances. [Disclaimer: this is not taxation, financial or advice. Seek your own professional opinion on how these investments impact you and your personal circumstances. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed]

Gary Glover examines shocking momentum stock declines following the statistic that US stocks returning 100-700% between August and October 2025 are now down an average of 40%. The report analyses why these drawdowns fall short of historical patterns defined by the 50/80 rule, which indicates 80% of parabolic momentum stocks decline at least 50%, with half falling 70-80% from peak levels. Technical analysis covers NASDAQ performance below the 50-day moving average, S&P 500 breakdown patterns suggesting 7% pullbacks, and Commonwealth Bank's (CBA) bearish outlook with support targets near $140. Australian growth stocks including DroneShield (DRO), Xero (XRO), and Catapult Sports (CAT) are examined against their acceleration points to determine remaining downside potential. Gary outlines three criteria for identifying buyable stocks in weak markets: sector strength, positive momentum characteristics, and positioning above 50-day moving averages. Defensive healthcare names Sonic Healthcare (SHL) and Viva Energy (VEA) demonstrate the blueprint for constructive setups. The report emphasises selective long positioning and cash preservation during challenging momentum conditions across multiple sectors. Gary Glover (AR 259215) is an Authorised Representative of Novus Capital Limited (AFSL 238 168). Presenter may hold positions in discussed securities for educational demonstration purposes. 📊 Subscribe for weekly technical analysis and market insights. 📊 Chart Eye Gym (Weekly Practice): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JeIULs1eh0c&list=PLVMOgaPqrk1uBJNIUxYin-2oqqAjV_IBI 💼 Finer Market Points Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join Trader’s Education Resources: Trader’s Charting-Eye Gym for Daily Reps: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVMOgaPqrk1uBJNIUxYin-2oqqAjV_IBI VCP Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/GopCZ6owaro Wyckoff Springs Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/TXZ3sBiKCwI High Tight Flag Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/Et0VykVtqDc Pocket Pivot Trading Tutorial: https://youtu.be/hGb8qoe4kaU Guide to using Finer Market Points Membership Resources: https://youtube.com/live/o2jaCRQYIow Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:00 Strongest momentum leaders in a strong market for 2025 1:30 The 50/80 Rule says the market has more to fall 3:00 Why 50 Day Moving Average Matters 5:00 Can the US Markets Hold the 50DMA? 5:45 S&P500 7% pullback to old high 8:15 ASX 200 Pulling back to the 33% Support Line 9:40 Commonwealth Bank CBA Chart Analysis 12:20 Foldback Technique 13:00 Momentum Leaders - card tips 14:00 Gary’s Momentum Insights 18:30 Sonic Healthcare SHL - What to trade when growth is breaking down 20:30 Nufarm NUF 22:10 James Hardie JHX - False Break 24:00 Catapult Sports CAT - $30 target 26:15 Xero XRO $98 price target 28:30 Dronesheild DRO $1.15 target 30:20 Bendigo and Adelaide Bank BEN 32:00 Gary’s Momentum and Portfolio Thoughts FREE 5-VIDEO MOMENTUM TRADING COURSE: VIDEO 1 (This Video): Why I kept buying at the top and how cycle timing fixes it https://youtu.be/HfvbO1lzHoY VIDEO 2: Why the same stocks made others money but not me (Top Right Trading) https://youtu.be/nzNJVoivDNA VIDEO 3: Why I missed every breakout or bought too late (timing precision) https://youtu.be/gMU_24Yy9WA VIDEO 4: Why I was mentally exhausted by 8am (systematic process) https://youtu.be/gnPQ_0duQRc VIDEO 5: Why I froze when trading (confidence execution) https://youtu.be/GwlKl_2zHvk Gary Glover is an experienced market professional with two decades of swing trading and technical analysis advisory services. Glover is well known for his insights on the ASX 200, S&P500, NASDAQ and Dow Jones insights using Wyckoff Theory, Mark Minervini trading strategies and Volatility Contraction Patterns to help clients decide what the best stocks to buy now are. Some of his favourite trading strategies are false breaks and springs from the Wyckoff Trading method of swing trading strategies. Finer Market Points connects leading market themes with the best-performing companies for better trading. Is there a Holy Grail to Momentum Trading? Is there a Trading Holy Grail? General Advice Warning: The advice in this newsletter is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision on the basis of any advice in this document, you need to consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation, and needs. Presenters may have commercial interests in the investments discussed. FinerMarketPoints #GaryGlover #ASX news S&P 500 Technical Analysis Wyckoff Trading Method Swing Trading strategies ASX Analysis

Understanding momentum stock behaviour can save you from devastating losses. When a stock surges 200% or 300%, most traders assume the gains will continue indefinitely. Historical data tells a very different story. The 50/80 rule, developed from decades of momentum trading research by legends like William O'Neil and Mark Minervini, reveals a sobering pattern: approximately 80% of high-momentum stocks eventually fall back 50% from their highs. Even more concerning, roughly 50% of those stocks experience even deeper corrections of 70-80%. This isn't a reason to avoid momentum stocks—it's a framework for understanding their natural lifecycle. Strong momentum moves create euphoria, attracting late-stage buyers who push valuations to unsustainable levels. When the buying pressure exhausts itself, these stocks must consolidate or correct before potentially resuming their uptrends. The educational value of the 50/80 rule lies in setting realistic expectations. If you're holding a stock that's run 300%, understanding that a 50% retracement is statistically likely helps you make informed decisions about position sizing, profit-taking, and stop-loss placement. It also helps newer traders avoid the trap of chasing extended moves without considering the correction risk. Professional momentum traders don't fear these corrections—they anticipate them, manage around them, and sometimes profit from them. The key is recognising that spectacular gains almost always come with equally spectacular volatility. Understanding this natural pattern helps you stay in the game long-term rather than getting shaken out during inevitable pullbacks. General Advice Warning: The advice in this content is of a general nature only and has been prepared without taking into account any of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making investment decisions based on this information, you should consider, with or without the assistance of a financial adviser, whether the advice is appropriate in light of your particular objectives, financial situation, and needs. Presenters may hold positions in securities discussed. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join

Learn to Spot Momentum Setups BEFORE the RallyIn this educational clip, Gary Glover introduces a comprehensive case study breaking down a gold mining stock from a momentum trader's perspective. Instead of analyzing a chart after the move is over, this approach teaches you to identify the initial setup signals that appeared BEFORE the major rally.What you'll learn in the full video:The complete framework for identifying momentum opportunities in ASX gold mining stocks, including: Where the initial base formation appeared What volume signals indicated institutional accumulation Which chart patterns validated the setup (VCP, cup and handle) Exact entry cues that triggered the trade Position management throughout the extended rally Exit signals that preserved profits Why gold miners?Gold stocks often lead during specific market regimes and can deliver substantial momentum moves when properly timed. Understanding how to analyze these setups retrospectively trains your "chart eye" to spot similar patterns forming in real-time across other sectors.This case study demonstrates that successful momentum trading isn't about luck—it's about systematic pattern recognition, disciplined entry timing, and proper position management.Ready to develop these skills? Chart Eye Gym provides weekly practice with current market leaders, helping you build the pattern recognition abilities needed to identify opportunities before they run.⚠️ General Advice Warning: Educational content only. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Not a recommendation to trade any security. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7N0NPq6REt_F7HOQOGgC9Q/join