Breadth Thrust
Technical Analysis
Definition
A powerful market breadth indicator that occurs when the 10-day moving average of advancing issues divided by total issues rises above 61.5%, historically associated with strong bull market beginnings.
Key Points
- Rare but powerful bullish signal
- 10-day MA of advances/total > 61.5%
- Historically preceded strong bull markets
Examples
Occurred at major market bottoms
Thrust signals often mark trend reversals
Quick Info
Category
Technical Analysis
Related Topics
market breadth
advance decline ratio
thrust signals
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