Once a stock has blown past the buy point, you may feel like you missed your chance to get in. But here's how you can use breakaway gaps to your advantage.
Investor's Corner
The Breakaway Gap: How To Buy Strength While Managing Your Risk
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01:46 PM ET 05/28/2026
Imagine this: You've been watching a leading stock for weeks and it's right on the cusp of a breakout. The market opens the next day and the stock opens powerfully higher, but well above the buy point. You've just witnessed the breakaway gap, which might seem like a missed opportunity. But it's important to recognize that the breakaway gap can…
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