[isatrader]

Hello everyone,

I have 3 questions.

1. Are upgrades/downgrades by analysts of influence on the stages of the different stocks you hold?

2. Is there a certain timeframe for a stock to go through all 4 stages?

3. What do you guys consider as a break-out? Is there a minimum certain amounts of points it has to go up?

Hi GlobalCitizen,

1. Upgrades and downgrades aren't relevant in Stage Analysis as it's a 100% technical method that focuses on the price action, relative performance and support/resistance

2. On average I'd say you get a full Stages cycle in a stock every 1 to 3 years

3. Examples of Stage 2A breakouts can be seen in multiple places on the site, but there are numerous examples in the Investor Method Watchlist thread. But to understnad how to find the best quality Stage 2A breakouts see the Stage Analysis Study Guide - Questions and Answers thread which expands on the book and goes into detail about what to look for.

Also I'd recommend going through the book a second time at least, but this time make notes as you'll get a much better understanding if you do.

I hope that helps