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In a sideways market, a 'Spring' appears (low-volume dip below support with a high close). Instead of a breakout, the price remains sluggish and produces another low-volume dip two days later that closes on its low.
What does this lack of response signify?
- This is a 'Double Spring' pattern, which most professionals regard as twice as bullish and far more reliable than a single low-volume 'Spring' event.
- The second dip is simply a 'Test' confirming the first 'Spring', so the long-awaited breakout to the upside should now be considered imminent.
- The professionals are 'Bag Holding' shares and deliberately capping the price at these low levels so they can quietly accumulate an even larger position.
- The 'Spring' did not generate enough momentum to clear the range, and the subsequent low close suggests supply is still present or demand is withdrawn.
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