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Technical Breakout

Definition

A technical breakout occurs in financial markets when an asset’s price moves decisively beyond a predetermined resistance or support level. This signifies a potential shift in market sentiment and may indicate the commencement of a new price trend. Traders often use these breakouts as signals to enter or exit positions, anticipating further price movement in the direction of the breakout. The volume of trading activity accompanying a breakout is often scrutinized for confirmation of its validity. It represents a significant event in technical analysis.