EverHint – Momentum Swing — Breakout Ultra Tight for Feb 26, 2026 – 11 Signals – Energy Leads (4)

What This Signal Is (Quick)

Breakout Ultra Tight is a momentum swing trading strategy focused on Stocks within 1% of 52-week high - highest conviction breakout setups.

Signal Type: Breakout (momentum continuation)

What Makes This Signal:

• Stock showing strong momentum near or at highs
• Increased volume confirms institutional interest
• Breaking out or consolidating near resistance
• Stocks within 1% of 52-week high - highest conviction breakout setups

Ideal For: Aggressive traders seeking early entries in strong breakout candidates

Key Criteria:

• Strong RSI momentum (configurable thresholds)

• Volume surge above average

• Price momentum confirmation

• Minimum ADV: $25M+ (varies by variant)

• Earnings buffer: 7 days pre/post earnings

• 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 — Breakout Ultra Tight Signals (Top 10 of 11 total)

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Field Notes

Sector concentration: Energy (4), Industrials (3), Communication Services (2)

Insider selling: BCO (Brinks Company (The), $-169K)

Insider buying: MIDD (The Middleby Corporation, $+100K)

Data coverage: 18.2% insider, 0.0% congressional, 81.8% earnings, 100.0% analyst, 36.4% news

Peer Analysis

Understanding how these stocks relate to their industry peers:

TIGO (Millicom International Cellular): Leads 16 peers: KT ($23.97, -1.5%), TLK ($21.54, -0.5%), SKM ($30.95, -1.8%), PHI ($24.00, -1.4%), VIV ($16.57, +0.8%) | Peer of: KT ($23.97, -1.5%), LBRDP ($24.09, +0.4%), LLYVA ($94.71, +2.1%) and 7 more

NVAX (Novavax, Inc.): Leads 9 peers: ZBIO ($26.36, +1.3%), TERN ($40.92, -1.1%), UPB ($7.90, +2.1%), WVE ($15.36, +5.6%), TRVI ($11.52, +1.4%) | Peer of: HCSG ($21.76, +0.8%), STOK ($35.55, +0.1%), TRVI ($11.52, +1.4%) and 2 more

IMAX (Imax Corporation): Leads 8 peers: LION ($8.25, +0.1%), MSGE ($61.73, +2.6%), CMPR ($72.68, +0.8%), NN ($16.92, +0.1%), AMC ($1.14, -1.7%) | Peer of: CMPR ($72.68, +0.8%), IQ ($1.69, -4.5%), LION ($8.25, +0.1%) and 4 more

APA (APA Corporation): Leads 10 peers: PR ($18.12, +2.9%), RRC ($39.09, -0.1%), AM ($22.36, +0.4%), HESM ($38.61, +1.1%), OVV ($49.44, +0.2%) | Peer of: AM ($22.36, +0.4%), AR ($34.38, -0.1%), DINO ($50.74, +1.8%) and 6 more

OUT (OUTFRONT Media Inc.): Leads 6 peers: HIW ($23.42, +1.1%), LXP ($49.99, +2.0%), VNO ($29.18, +2.0%), RYN ($21.52, +0.9%), BXMT ($19.64, +0.5%) | Peer of: BXMT ($19.64, +0.5%), CDP ($32.17, +1.0%), EPR ($60.81, +4.2%) and 2 more

FRO (Frontline Plc): Leads 10 peers: SOBO ($32.12, -1.7%), CHRD ($105.38, +1.6%), WFRD ($104.92, -0.0%), NOV ($20.19, +0.1%), CNX ($39.69, +2.5%) | Peer of: CHRD ($105.38, +1.6%), CNX ($39.69, +2.5%), CRK ($18.75, +1.9%) and 11 more

TNK (Teekay Tankers Ltd.): Leads 10 peers: TRMD ($29.18, +5.2%), DHT ($19.17, +2.6%), NOG ($26.25, -0.9%), GEL ($17.84, +1.9%), CSAN ($5.26, +2.9%) | Peer of: BKV ($30.00), CRGY ($10.82, +5.0%), CSAN ($5.26, +2.9%) and 11 more

BCO (Brinks Company (The)): Leads 10 peers: ECG ($122.16, -6.1%), GVA ($136.09, +0.5%), ALK ($55.30, +1.8%), POWL ($530.88, -3.3%), OMAB ($125.82, -0.4%) | Peer of: ALK ($55.30, +1.8%), BZ ($16.32, +0.5%), CAR ($96.54, +3.9%) and 13 more

MIDD (The Middleby Corporation): Leads 10 peers: GTES ($27.18, -1.2%), JBTM ($157.62, +0.5%), FBIN ($54.34, +0.2%), MIR ($21.92, +2.0%), MSA ($196.02, +0.2%) | Peer of: ADT ($8.11, +2.0%), ENOV ($25.42, +13.9%), FBIN ($54.34, +0.2%) and 9 more

FTAI (FTAI Aviation Ltd.): Leads 10 peers: RBA ($101.81, +2.8%), CHRW ($184.08, +4.6%), ACM ($99.55, +5.7%), SNA ($386.67, +0.1%), WWD ($387.74, -1.5%) | Peer of: ACM ($99.55, +5.7%), AER ($150.39, +0.1%), AVAV ($259.62, +1.7%) and 12 more

Recent Headlines

APA (APA Corporation)

• APA Corp (APA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Free Cash Flow and Strategic Investments Propel Growth (source)
• APA Corporation (APA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript (source)
• APA Corporation Announces Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial and Operational Results (source)
• What Analyst Projections for Key Metrics Reveal About APA (APA) Q4 Earnings (source)

BCO (Brinks Company (The))

• Brink's (BCO) Q4 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates (source)
• BCO Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether The Brink's Company is Obtaining a Fair Deal for its Shareholders (source)
• The Brink's Company (BCO) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript (source)
• Brink's (BCO) Beats Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates (source)
• Brink's to Buy ATM Firm NCR Atleos in $6.6 Billion Infrastructure Bet (source)
• Brink's Announces Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results (source)
• Brink's to Acquire NCR Atleos for $6.6 Billion, Creating Leading Financial Technology Infrastructure Company (source)
• Curious about Brink's (BCO) Q4 Performance? Explore Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics (source)

NVAX (Novavax, Inc.)

• Novavax to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences (source)
• Novavax, Inc. (NVAX) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript (source)
• COVID-19 Vaccine Maker Novavax Swings To Profit As Sales Climb (source)
• Novavax (NVAX) Beats Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates (source)
• S&P 500, Nasdaq Struggle Amid AI Rotation Pain (source)
• Novavax raises 2026 adjusted revenue outlook on strength in vaccine deals (source)
• Novavax Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Operational Highlights (source)
• Novavax (NVAX) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know (source)
• What's in Store for These 5 Medical Companies This Earnings Season? (source)
• Jupiter Asset Management Ltd. Sells 779,802 Shares of Novavax, Inc. $NVAX (source)
• Novavax to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results on February 26, 2026 (source)

OUT (OUTFRONT Media Inc.)

• OUTFRONT Media Beats Q4 AFFO, Guides for Double-Digit Growth in 2026 (source)
• Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Outfront Media (OUT) Q4 Earnings (source)
• OUTFRONT Media Inc. (OUT) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript (source)
• OUTFRONT Media Reports Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2025 Results (source)
• OUTFRONT Media Announces Quarterly Dividend (source)
• OUTFRONT Media and AdQuick Form Exclusive Commercial Partnership and Strategic Equity Investment to Accelerate How IRL Media Campaigns are Built, Measured, and Executed (source)
• Barnett & Company Inc. Takes $1.52 Million Position in OUTFRONT Media Inc. $OUT (source)

Market Context

Broad market indices closed lower, with the Nasdaq leading declines at -0.96%, followed by the S&P 500 at -0.52%, and the Dow Jones showing relative resilience at -0.09%. This points to a short-term bearish trend, particularly weighing on growth-sensitive areas, amid waning risk appetite. For a momentum swing breakout ultra tight strategy generating 11 signals, such conditions temper enthusiasm, as downside momentum could pressure breakouts and increase the risk of false signals in a cautious environment.

Elevated VIX at 18.64, up 3.15%, signals rising volatility, which amplifies intraday swings and creates opportunities for momentum strategies to capture quick breakouts. However, the "ultra tight" nature of this approach heightens sensitivity to whipsaws, where heightened uncertainty may trigger premature stops before sustained moves materialize. Traders should prioritize signals with strong volume confirmation to navigate the choppiness effectively.

Sector rotation appears underway, with Energy emerging as the top sector for signals, potentially benefiting from relative strength in a risk-off backdrop where broader indices falter. This dynamic supports selective momentum plays in resilient areas, but overall caution advises scaling into positions amid the mild pullback and volatility uptick.

Vlad's Take (EverHint)

Today's signals: Strong sector concentration in Energy (4 signals) suggests sector-specific rotation. 1 signal with insider buying adds conviction.

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