Gap and Go Strategy — How I Trade Morning Gaps
Gap and Go on 5%+ gaps with news catalysts. Enter on first 5-min green candle above pre-market high. Volume 10x+. A+ gap selectivity is key.
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Gap and Go Strategy — How I Trade Morning Gaps
Gap and Go: find stocks gapping up 5%+ in pre-market on news (earnings, FDA, contract). Wait for first 5-minute candle to form after open. If first candle is green and breaks pre-market high, enter. If first candle is red, wait for price to reclaim the open price. Volume must be 10x average. These gaps fill sometimes but the best ones just keep running. Key is selectivity — only trade the A+ gaps.
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