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Figure 13.4
Results of the Revival Sell
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in the figure, this stock continued to move downward after you exited the trade. Chapter 15 talks about other exit strategies that will allow you to capture more of this profit.
The Wedge Buy
The wedge buy is a consolidation breakout opportunity. In this setup, the stock has been consolidating for several days. You are looking for a sign that it is ready to break out strongly, and you are looking for an indication as to which way it will break out!
Please refer to Figure 13.5 while you review the criteria for the wedge buy setup:
For the last trading day (see 3 on figure), the closing price is above the 20-day moving average. This is your clue as to directionyou are expecting the price to break out to the upside.
Confirm consolidation over the past three trading days:

 
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