Key Points of a Positive Trendline Breakout:
1. Trendline Setup:
A resistance trendline is drawn by connecting at least two or more lower highs.
This line acts as a ceiling, resisting price from moving higher.
2. Breakout Signal:
A breakout occurs when the price closes above the trendline with increased volume (preferably).
It indicates that buying pressure has overcome selling pressure.
3. Confirmation:
Traders often look for a strong bullish candle closing above the trendline.
Volume confirmation (i.e., higher-than-average volume) strengthens the breakout signal.
Retest of the trendline as new support can also act as confirmation.
4. Implication:
A potential start of a new bullish phase.
Can be used as an entry signal for long positions.