IPO Base

Bullish61% Win Rate~20 bars to target

An IPO base forms within the first 25 trading weeks after a stock goes public. After the IPO price discovery, the stock consolidates tightly before the first major breakout. These patterns often produce outsized moves because institutions are still accumulating.

How to Identify the IPO Base

  1. 1Forms within 25 weeks of the IPO date
  2. 2Depth: 20–50% correction from the post-IPO high is acceptable
  3. 3Duration: usually 3–15 weeks — shorter than standard bases
  4. 4Tight closing range in the final weeks before the breakout (VCP-like compression)

When to Trade It

Buy the breakout above the highest point in the base on strong volume. Stop: 10% below entry. Target: 20–25% gain from the buy point. Cut losses quickly — IPO stocks are volatile.

EdgeOS integration: look for SCTR above 9, bull count 1–4, and confirmed/fluid bull trend to align the pattern signal with the EdgeOS system for highest-conviction entries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IPO Base pattern?

An IPO base forms within the first 25 trading weeks after a stock goes public. After the IPO price discovery, the stock consolidates tightly before the first major breakout. These patterns often produce outsized moves because institutions are still accumulating.

How do I identify a IPO Base?

Forms within 25 weeks of the IPO date Depth: 20–50% correction from the post-IPO high is acceptable Duration: usually 3–15 weeks — shorter than standard bases Tight closing range in the final weeks before the breakout (VCP-like compression)

What is the win rate for the IPO Base pattern?

The IPO Base has a historical win rate of 61% when traded correctly with volume confirmation and proper stop placement. Average bars to target: 20. Always combine with trend context and market regime for best results.

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