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Cycle Consolidation

Definition

Cycle consolidation describes a period within a market cycle where asset prices stabilize after significant volatility, often characterized by sideways trading. During this phase, market participants absorb previous price movements, and trading volumes may decrease as neither buyers nor sellers exert dominant control. This stabilization allows for a re-evaluation of asset valuations and often precedes the establishment of a new market trend. It represents a pause in the market’s directional movement, gathering strength for the next significant price action.