Momentum Trading Resources

Understanding the data behind a momentum move is just as important as finding the stock. These resources explain some of the concepts used throughout StockBeacon.

Understanding Relative Volume

Learn what relative volume measures and why unusually high trading activity can be important to momentum traders.

Understanding Stock Float

Learn how the number of shares available for public trading can affect volatility and price movement.

News Catalysts

Learn about the types of news events that can attract market attention and create increased trading activity.

Premarket and After-Hours Trading

Learn why momentum can begin before the regular market session and how extended-hours trading differs from regular-hours trading.

Relative Volume vs. Trading Volume

Learn why raw volume alone doesn't always tell the whole story.