Catalyst Overview
Today’s scan reveals 108 delayed 9M signals with 11 fresh catalyst events, indicating robust episodic pivot activity across the market. Notably, zero stocks carry the EP-Tagged designation, suggesting we’re identifying setups in their early developmental stages before institutional momentum fully materializes.
Quality assessment is moderately strong. The delayed 9M candidates show substantial catalyst moves ranging from 4.1% to 13.8%, with several high-conviction setups displaying BullishMarkupBar reactions. All Top 10 candidates exhibit the G flag (gap ≥4%), confirming significant volatility expansion on their catalyst days. Two candidates (PSKY and PLTD) also show the N flag (neglected, <100 funds), presenting asymmetric opportunity for early positioning before institutional discovery.
Fresh catalyst events today include explosive movers: IBRX (+41.9%), LBTYA (+16.8%), and CZR (+13.0%), all with substantial volume. These represent tomorrow’s potential delayed 9M candidates if momentum sustains.
Top 5 MAGNA53 Candidates
FSLY ($18.83) — SOFTWARE
Catalyst Analysis: FSLY delivered a powerful 13.8% catalyst move just 2 days ago on volume of 55.4M shares, triggering a BullishMarkupBar reaction. The stock has maintained bullish momentum with today’s +6.6% gain on 1.2x relative volume. Positioned between supply/demand zones, FSLY sits just -2.3% from 52-week highs, indicating institutional accumulation after a major breakout.
MAGNA53 Score: ✓ G flag (gap ≥4%), ✓ CAP10*10 implied (324 funds suggests mid-cap status), ✓ ATR%-M of 11.1 shows explosive volatility expansion. The 115.8% Risk (ATR) reflects massive range expansion, typical of neglected software names experiencing re-rating events. Weak institutional coverage (324 funds) creates asymmetric upside as discovery unfolds.
| Level | Price | Logic |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $18.50-$19.00 | Current zone, between S/D |
| Stop | $16.80 | Below 4h demand at $8.58 upper |
| Target 1 | $22.28 | Weekly supply lower bound |
| Target 2 | $24.96 | Weekly supply upper bound |
AMAT ($369.30) — CHIPS
Catalyst Analysis: Applied Materials posted an 8.1% catalyst move 2 days ago on 15.7M volume, demonstrating institutional-grade momentum in the semiconductor equipment space. Today’s +2.8% continuation on normal volume confirms sustained buying pressure. The BullishMarkupBar reaction and positioning -1.9% from 52-week highs suggests all-time-high breakout potential.
MAGNA53 Score: ✓ G flag confirmed, ✓ INST designation with 4,221 funds (extremely high institutional ownership), ✓ 58.7% Risk (ATR) shows material volatility expansion. The weekly demand zone at $276-$301 provides strong structural support. ATR%-M of +5.2 indicates accelerating momentum into supply-free territory.
| Level | Price | Logic |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $365-$370 | Current level, between zones |
| Stop | $355 | Tight stop below recent consolidation |
| Target 1 | $380 | Measured move from catalyst |
| Target 2 | $400 | Psychological resistance, ATH breakout |
WAY ($25.41) — SOFTWARE
Catalyst Analysis: Appian surged 8.5% just 1 day ago on 12.5M shares, triggering immediate BullishMarkupBar price action. Today’s explosive +4.5% continuation on 1.6x relative volume signals persistent institutional accumulation. The stock trades at_supply, suggesting near-term resistance, but the momentum profile remains intact.
MAGNA53 Score: ✓ G flag active, ✓ Moderate institutional interest (604 funds) allows for substantial re-rating, ✓ 64.0% Risk (ATR) indicates significant volatility expansion from compressed ranges. The negative ATR%-M of -2.5 recently has reversed into expansion mode, classic episodic pivot behavior.
| Level | Price | Logic |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $24.80-$25.50 | Pullback to 1h supply lower bound |
| Stop | $23.40 | Below 1h demand lower |
| Target 1 | $26.18 | 1h supply upper bound |
| Target 2 | $28.50 | Extension move, measured |
PSKY ($11.12) — MEDIA
Catalyst Analysis: This media name delivered a 4.9% catalyst move just 1 day ago on 13.7M volume, with BullishMarkupBar confirmation. Today’s +2.7% advance shows continuation despite 0.9x relative volume. Positioned at_demand with minimal distance (1.35%) to support, PSKY offers excellent risk/reward for aggressive entries.
MAGNA53 Score: ✓ G flag confirmed, ✓ N flag (neglected with 743 funds) creates asymmetric opportunity, ✓ Trading -46.7% from 52-week highs suggests deep value with catalyst for re-rating. The undefined ATR metrics indicate this may be a newer listing or recovering from low volatility compression, increasing breakout potential.
| Level | Price | Logic |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $10.90-$11.20 | At demand zone, current price |
| Stop | $10.10 | Daily demand lower bound |
| Target 1 | $11.85 | Initial resistance above 30m supply |
| Target 2 | $13.00 | Measured move from demand base |
NCLH ($24.35) — LEISURE
Catalyst Analysis: Norwegian Cruise Line exploded 12.2% just 1 day ago on massive 60.5M volume, the largest catalyst move in our Top 5. The BullishMarkupBar reaction with today’s +1.0% consolidation on 1.1x relative volume shows healthy digestion. Trading at_supply just 0.9% from resistance, with 78.2% Risk (ATR) confirming major volatility expansion from prior ranges.
MAGNA53 Score: ✓ G flag active, ✓ Strong institutional ownership (898 funds) provides liquidity, ✓ LEISURE sector showing coordinated strength (note ABNB also in Top 10). The 13.7% distance to 4h demand support creates defined risk parameters. ATR%-M of 1.7 suggests volatility normalizing after the catalyst spike.
| Level | Price | Logic |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $24.00-$24.50 | Current 1h supply zone test |
| Stop | $23.40 | Below 1h supply lower bound |
| Target 1 | $26.00 | Measured move continuation |
| Target 2 | $27.42 | 52-week high retest (-11.2%) |
Fresh 9M Catalysts
Today’s real-time catalyst events feature exceptional moves worth monitoring for delayed 9M development:
IBRX (+41.9%, 79.3M volume) — This biotech’s explosive move on massive volume suggests binary catalyst (FDA approval, trial data, acquisition rumors). If price consolidates above today’s lows over the next 1-3 sessions, this becomes a prime delayed 9M candidate. The magnitude suggests institutional scrambling.
LBTYA (+16.8%, 11.6M volume) — Liberty Global’s substantial advance on solid volume indicates sector rotation or corporate action. Media/telecom names showing coordinated strength. Monitor for BullishMarkupBar confirmation tomorrow.
CZR (+13.0%, 14.9M volume) — Caesars Entertainment joining NCLH in the LEISURE sector surge. Thematic play developing across consumer discretionary/travel names. If both consolidate constructively, sector momentum becomes tradeable.
AUR (+4.6%, 26.7M volume) and AMRZ (+11.0%, 10.0M volume) — Smaller moves but sufficient volume to generate follow-through. These enter the watchlist for delayed reaction setups if institutional interest persists.
Summary
Today’s episodic pivot landscape presents high-quality opportunities with clear catalyst/reaction sequences across 108 delayed 9M signals. The concentration of SOFTWARE sector names (FSLY, WAY, AKAM) and LEISURE sector strength (NCLH, ABNB, CZR) indicates rotational flows favoring growth and consumer discretionary themes.
Key takeaway: FSLY and AMAT offer the strongest risk/reward profiles — FSLY for aggressive growth exposure with 115% ATR expansion suggesting major re-rating, AMAT for conservative institutional-grade momentum near all-time highs. The absence of EP-Tagged stocks means we’re catching these setups early before full institutional validation, creating alpha opportunities for disciplined entries.
With 11 fresh catalysts today including three double-digit movers, tomorrow’s scan should reveal several new delayed 9M candidates. The SOFTWARE and LEISURE sectors warrant continued focus as coordinated strength develops across multiple names.