EverHint – Momentum Swing — Aggressive Momentum Signals for Jan 14, 2026 – Technology Leads with 2 Setups
What This Signal Is (Quick)
Aggressive Momentum is a momentum swing trading strategy focused on Triple threat: high momentum + high volume + high volatility.
Signal Type: Breakout (momentum continuation)
Key Criteria:
- Volume: 2.0x+ average
- Volatility: 50%+ annualized
- Strong momentum
- Holding Period: 1-4 weeks (swing trading timeframe)
- Risk Level: High
What Makes This Signal:
- Stock showing strong momentum near or at highs
- Increased volume confirms institutional interest
- Breaking out or consolidating near resistance
- Triple threat: high momentum + high volume + high volatility
Ideal For: Aggressive traders seeking maximum momentum with high risk/reward
Key Criteria:
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Strong RSI momentum (configurable thresholds)
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Volume surge above average
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Price momentum confirmation
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Minimum ADV: $25M+ (varies by variant)
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Earnings buffer: 7 days pre/post earnings
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Variant-specific filters applied
Holding Period: 1-4 weeks
Risk Level: Medium-High
How We Ranked Today
Ranked by composite momentum score (higher = stronger momentum)
📊 Momentum Swing — Aggressive Momentum Signals (6 Total)
Ranked by score:
| Rank | Ticker | Company | Sector | Last ($) | Score | Vol Thrust | @52w | Insider Net | Days → Earnings | Est EPS | Mkt Cap ($B) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VNET | VNET Group, Inc. | Technology | 11.94 | 0.940 | 2.21x | 0.0% | — | 56 | $0.49 | 3.2 |
| 2 | HCC | Warrior Met Coal, Inc. | Basic Materials | 102.08 | 0.740 | 2.10x | 0.0% | $-12.6M | 29 | $5.71 | 5.4 |
| 3 | HOUS | Anywhere Real Estate Inc. | Real Estate | 17.64 | 0.580 | 2.28x | 0.0% | — | 29 | $0.67 | 2.0 |
| 4 | BTU | Peabody Energy Corpora... | Energy | 36.04 | 0.340 | 2.07x | 0.0% | — | 22 | $3.10 | 4.4 |
| 5 | TGB | Taseko Mines, Ltd. | Basic Materials | 7.29 | 0.140 | 2.13x | 0.0% | — | 35 | $1.47 | 2.3 |
| 6 | SATS | EchoStar Corporation | Technology | 131.09 | 0.060 | 2.28x | 0.0% | $-2.4M | 43 | $-0.41 | 37.7 |
Field Notes
Sector concentration: Technology (2), Basic Materials (2), Real Estate (1)
Insider selling: HCC (Warrior Met Coal, Inc., $-12.6M), SATS (EchoStar Corporation, $-2.4M)
Data coverage: 33.3% insider, 100.0% earnings, 100.0% analyst, 66.7% news
Recent Headlines
HCC (Warrior Met Coal, Inc.)
- Warrior Celebrates Blue Creek Mine with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Tuscaloosa County (source)
HOUS (Anywhere Real Estate Inc.)
- Largest Real Estate Names Spike On Merger Talk As Trump Rattles Market (source)
- Anywhere Real Estate (HOUS) Stock Jumps 17.9%: Will It Continue to Soar? (source)
- Compass and Anywhere Stockholders Overwhelmingly Approve Merger (source)
- Coldwell Banker Realty's Dawn McKenna Group Expands to 30A Amid Growing Demand in Florida's Emerald Coast (source)
- Sotheby's International Realty Releases 2026 Luxury Outlook Report, Shows Luxury Residences Leading The Year's Real Estate Market (source)
SATS (EchoStar Corporation)
- Boost Mobile Introduces Affordable 5G Powerhouse Duo - Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G (source)
- EchoStar (SATS) Surges 4.9%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains? (source)
VNET (VNET Group, Inc.)
- VNET Group (NASDAQ:VNET) Shares Cross Above 200-Day Moving Average – Here’s Why (source)
Market Context
Current market conditions show a mixed performance across major indices, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posting modest declines of 0.16% and 0.39%, respectively, while the Dow Jones eked out a slight gain of 0.13%. This divergence hints at subdued risk appetite, particularly in growth-oriented areas, potentially pressuring aggressive momentum swing strategies that thrive on sustained directional moves. With only six signals generated and technology leading the pack, traders should brace for choppy intraday action amid this uneven trend, where broad participation remains limited.
The VIX's uptick to 16.59, rising 1.59%, signals moderately elevated volatility, which can amplify intraday swings ideal for aggressive momentum plays. However, in a risk-averse environment evidenced by the heavier Nasdaq pullback, these swings may prove erratic rather than reliably trending, increasing the odds of whipsaws. Momentum strategies could capitalize on tech sector strength if volatility fuels quick reversals, but fading overall momentum in broader indices warrants tighter stops.
Sector rotation appears underway, with relative outperformance in more defensive pockets contrasting technology's signal dominance. This setup challenges aggressive momentum pursuits in the top sector, as rotational flows might dilute conviction trades unless volatility sparks fresh upside bursts. Overall, caution is advised, favoring shorter holding periods to navigate the heightened uncertainty.
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