Trade Like A Stock Market — Wizard By Mark Minervini [repack]

Mark Minervini’s (2013) introduces a systematic approach to identifying "Superperformance" stocks. The guide focuses on his SEPA (Specific Entry Point Analysis) system, which combines fundamental screening with technical timing to find stocks before they make explosive gains. 1. SEPA Methodology

This is where the magic happens. The stock is making higher highs and higher lows, supported by heavy volume. This is the only stage where Minervini buys. trade like a stock market wizard by mark minervini

As the stock consolidates, the price swings become smaller and smaller (e.g., a 25% correction, then a 15% correction, then a 5% correction). When the price finally breaks above the "line of least resistance" on high volume, it signals that supply is exhausted and demand has taken control. Risk Management: The Holy Grail SEPA Methodology This is where the magic happens

Minervini argues that explosive moves are born from periods of contraction. By identifying periods where volatility shrinks (VCP) and supply is absorbed by strong hands, a trader can enter a position where the downside is capped (tight stop loss) but the upside is open-ended (momentum explosion). This creates a "Superperformance" trade. As the stock consolidates, the price swings become

Identifying fundamental drivers like new products, contracts, or regulatory approvals that can sustain a long-term move. 2. The Trend Template (Stage 2 Identification)

| Step | Action | |------|--------| | 1 | Stock passes Trend Template | | 2 | RS line at new highs | | 3 | VCP forming (tight range, low volume) | | 4 | Earnings & sales accelerating | | 5 | Breakout on 1.5x+ avg volume | | 6 | Place stop just below VCP low | | 7 | Risk ≤1.5% of account | | 8 | Trail stop (e.g., 50-day MA) |

If you're ready to put these concepts into practice, let me know if you'd like to: See a of Minervini's "Trend Template" criteria Learn how to find VCP patterns using free scanning tools Get a breakdown of his position sizing strategy What part of the SEPA methodology