20-Day High Breakout
Stocks trading at their one-month high with a strong green close and heavy volume — the classic range-expansion trigger.
About This Scan
A close above the one-month high with above-average volume is the textbook range-expansion trigger. This scan flags NSE stocks breaking their 20-day high zone right now — the starting point for most momentum continuations and swing entries.
Scan Rules
Stock passes all of the below filters in the ALL segment using 1D candles:
- 1.High greater than or equal to Period High 20
- 2.Daily Change Percent greater than or equal to 2.5
- 3.Close greater than Open
- 4.Relative Volume greater than or equal to 1.8
How To Use This Scan
- •Enter on the breakout close or the first retest of the broken level; stop goes below the range.
- •Demand at least 1.2x average volume — breakouts on thin volume fail at a much higher rate.
- •Avoid taking breakouts when the Nifty is below its own 20-day average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 20-day high breakout?
It is a stock closing above its highest price of the last twenty trading sessions — a signal that the prior consolidation has resolved into fresh momentum.
Is a 20-day high breakout good for swing trading?
Yes — one-month high breakouts with volume are among the most reliable swing entries, typically targeting a move of 2-3x the prior range before the next consolidation.