How we analyze stocks
Elliott Wave works best on stocks with high trading volume and wide ownership, because the price reflects the views of many investors. All stocks on this site are large, widely held companies listed in the United States.
Earnings and gaps
Companies report results four times a year, and prices can gap sharply the next day. A gap can skip over a level you were watching. Always check the earnings date before entering near a key wave level, and size positions so a gap will not cause an outsized loss.
Compare with the index
Most large stocks follow the broader market. Compare a stock’s count with the S&P 500 or Nasdaq 100. A stock that holds up while the index corrects is showing relative strength.
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Stocks Elliott Wave FAQ
Does Elliott Wave work on individual stocks?
Yes, especially on large, widely held stocks. Smaller stocks with low volume are harder to count.
How do earnings affect wave counts?
Earnings can create gaps that start or end waves. Plan stops with possible gaps in mind.
Where can I read official company data?
In company filings on the SEC's EDGAR database, which we link from each stock page.
Sources and further reading
- EDGAR full text search (U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission)
- Stocks (U.S. SEC Investor.gov)
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