STOCK TITAN

Notifications

Limited Time Offer! Get Platinum at the Gold price until January 31, 2026!

Sign up now and unlock all premium features at an incredible discount.

Read more on the Pricing page

Argus - Real-Time Stock Momentum Scanner Beta v0.25.0

Track explosive stock movements as they happen. Argus is a professional-grade momentum scanner that monitors market activity and correlates price movements with breaking news in real-time. While others search for explanations after a stock has moved 50%, you'll have instant access to both the price action and news catalysts.

Argus monitors thousands of stocks simultaneously, alerting you when price action accelerates beyond normal ranges. More importantly, it answers the critical question: "Why is this stock moving?". By automatically correlating price movements with news and market events, Argus provides comprehensive data for your analysis.

Operating across all trading sessions, Argus tracks significant movements from pre-market through after-hours. Whether it's a biotech reacting to FDA news or unusual volume patterns, you'll see the data as it develops. Active traders rely on Argus to monitor momentum and stay informed about rapid market changes. This tool provides market data only and does not constitute financial advice.

Guest / Free Access: 15-minute delay

Silver Members: 1-minute delay with enhanced accuracy

Gold Members: Real-time with enhanced accuracy

Platinum Members: Real-time with enhanced accuracy

48h Momentum Activity

Alerts

In the table below, you'll find alerts on hot stocks making new highs or new lows. Each alert includes the stock symbol, number of triggers today, price changes, and relevant news links when available.

Active Momentum Leaders

Visual Indicators

Market Cap:
  • 0-100M
  • 100-200M
  • 200M-1B
  • 1-10B
Float:
  • 0-10M
  • 10-50M
  • 50-100M
  • 100-200M
Volume:
  • 50K-100K
  • 100K-250K
  • 250K-500K
  • >500K
Rel.Volume:
  • 1x-2x
  • 2x-4x
  • 4x-8x
  • >8x
Symbols:
AAPL First alert started in current session - fresh momentum beginning now
MSFT Already had alerts in previous session - momentum continuing from earlier

Filters

News Gold or Platinum

Display only stocks with recent news. Use this to focus on stocks influenced by the latest events or announcements, filtering out those with no recent updates.


News Badge Visibility:

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

Use this filter to show only stocks with recent news events.

Badge Visibility:

Impact scores (1-5) indicate the potential market influence of news events. Higher scores suggest greater impact.

Sentiment scores (1-5) represent the overall tone of the news, from negative (1) to positive (5).

Toggle these badges on or off to customize your view based on your analysis needs.

Movement Gold or Platinum

Filter by stock movement. Select 'Gainers' to view rising stocks or 'Losers' for declining stocks. Define minimum and maximum price change percentages to refine your search based on movement magnitude.

%
%
%
%

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

Use this filter to determine if you want to see stocks going up or stocks going down.

Alerts Gold or Platinum

Filter stocks by alert count from this session or today. Enable filters below to set specific ranges for each time period.

Highly Restrictive: Using both today and session filters simultaneously may severely limit results. Consider using only one filter for better coverage.

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

This filter allows you to set specific ranges for alerts from this session or today.

Session Alerts: Total alerts triggered for each stock since your current session began.

Today Alerts: Total alerts triggered for each stock since market open today.

Enable the checkboxes to reveal min/max range inputs for each time period.

Stock Price Gold or Platinum

Specify a stock price range to narrow results. Input a minimum and maximum price to focus on stocks within your preferred price bracket, ideal for finding specific segments like penny stocks.

$
$

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

This filter permits you to set a specific range for stock prices.

By inputting a minimum and maximum price, the feature only displays news associated with stocks within your defined bracket.

It's particularly beneficial when searching for stocks within a distinct price range, for example penny stocks.

Market Cap Gold or Platinum

Set a range for market capitalization to find companies of a certain size. This filter helps you focus on stocks with specific market values, ranging from small to large-cap companies.

$Millions
$Millions

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

This filter lets you define a range for a company's market capitalization or 'Market Cap', which is the total market value of a company's outstanding shares of stock.

By setting a minimum and maximum market cap (expressed in millions of dollars), the filter helps you focus on news related to stocks within a specific market capitalization range.

Float Gold or Platinum

Define a range for stock float, the number of shares available for trading. A lower float often means higher volatility, while a higher float can indicate stability. Values are indicated in millions.

Millions
Millions

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

This filter enables you to define a range for the number of shares available for trading, referred to as the 'Float'.

A minimum and maximum value can be set.

This feature is beneficial when searching for stocks with a specific level of liquidity or quantity of shares available for trading, often related with the stock price volatility.

The filter's values are expressed in millions.

Volume & 5min Delta Gold or Platinum

Filter by Volume (total shares traded, or relative to monthly average) and 5-minute delta (price change % and volume relative to weekly average in the last 5 min). Set min/max values.

shares
shares
x
x

x
x

Gold or Platinum Membership Required

Set ranges for volume (shares traded), relative volume (compared to monthly average), 5-minute price change (%), and 5-minute relative volume (compared to weekly average).

Use these filters to find stocks with specific liquidity levels, unusual trading activity, or recent short-term momentum shifts.

Higher relative volumes indicate unusual activity. 5-minute deltas highlight rapid price/volume changes.

Disconnected
Disconnected
Total: 967
Time Symbol Change% News Price Mkt Cap Float Volume RVol (M) RVol (W) 5min Δ% 5min RVol
06:41:59 PM CGC x17 30.00% - 386.68M 341.58M 15.93M 0.78x
06:43:08 PM CGC x20 31.00% - 386.68M 341.58M 16.09M 0.79x
06:43:19 PM RYM x3 5.00% - 32.26M 1.11M 32.13K 2.07x
06:43:35 PM CGC x21 33.00% - 386.68M 341.58M 16.19M 0.8x
06:43:41 PM AFCG new 6.00% - 68.46M 15.98M 263.43K 1.19x
06:43:53 PM AFCG x2 7.00% - 68.46M 15.98M 265.34K 1.2x
06:43:53 PM CGC x22 35.00% - 386.68M 341.58M 16.26M 0.8x
06:43:55 PM FLGC x8 19.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 72.1K 4.04x
06:44:01 PM CRON x10 14.00% - 1.09B 197.89M 2.86M 1.48x
06:44:07 PM HUDI x4 -6.00% - 18.99M 4.24M 13.02K 1.06x
06:44:09 PM TLRY x24 35.00% 4 4 Cannabis Vape Launch
977.88M 115.1M 5.16M 0.88x
06:44:23 PM GRWG x8 23.00% - 84.98M 55.16M 336.91K 1.17x
06:44:40 PM MAPS x8 13.00% - 146.21M 86.58M 800.53K 1.03x
06:44:45 PM GRWG x9 24.00% - 84.98M 55.16M 341.06K 1.19x
06:45:00 PM FLGC x9 22.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 72.3K 4.05x
06:45:00 PM GRWG x10 25.00% - 84.98M 55.16M 341.26K 1.19x
06:45:04 PM LEE new 5.00% - 25.8M 4.12M 23.86K 1.24x
06:45:04 PM VLN new 4.00% - 166.86M 92.05M 295.23K 0.54x
06:45:14 PM GRWG x11 30.00% - 84.98M 55.16M 348.31K 1.21x
06:45:14 PM MAPS x9 17.00% - 146.21M 86.58M 800.65K 1.03x
06:46:19 PM AKAN x18 30.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 728.66K 0.25x
06:46:27 PM SHFS x8 21.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 58.8K 1.19x
06:46:30 PM AKAN x19 32.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 731.89K 0.26x
06:46:44 PM AKAN x20 39.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 763.65K 0.27x
06:46:44 PM TRAW x3 5.00% - 18.62M 6.34M 129.57K 0.21x
06:47:00 PM AKAN x21 44.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 793.94K 0.28x
06:47:00 PM FLGC x10 24.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 72.79K 4.08x
06:47:07 PM SHFS x9 24.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 66.34K 1.34x
06:47:15 PM FLGC x11 29.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 72.81K 4.08x
06:47:34 PM SHFS x11 26.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 71.85K 1.45x
06:47:46 PM OGI x3 7.00% - 220.29M 90.63M 413.81K 0.82x
06:47:46 PM SHFS x12 31.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 80.89K 1.63x
06:48:00 PM SHFS x13 35.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 86.19K 1.74x
06:48:00 PM SNDL x10 17.00% - 455.59M 246.24M 2.48M 1.24x
06:48:24 PM HYFM x4 4.00% - 7.14M 3.58M 81.08K 4.64x
06:48:26 PM SHFS x14 36.00% - 4.71M 1.93M 107.81K 2.17x
06:48:55 PM SNDL x11 18.00% - 455.59M 246.24M 2.49M 1.24x
06:49:00 PM AKAN x22 47.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 890.89K 0.31x
06:49:13 PM AKAN x23 51.00% - 572.73K 722.54K 934.42K 0.33x
06:49:13 PM SAIH x7 -5.00% - 19.82M 1.25M 21.94K 1.78x
06:49:38 PM CRON x13 15.00% - 1.09B 197.89M 2.91M 1.51x
06:49:52 PM CRON x14 17.00% - 1.09B 197.89M 2.91M 1.51x
06:50:19 PM MAPS x10 18.00% - 146.21M 86.58M 835.76K 1.07x
06:50:24 PM IIPR new 4.00% - 1.46B 27.57M 197.48K 0.68x
06:50:40 PM BWEN x2 4.00% - 80.74M 18.46M 263.86K 0.65x
06:50:45 PM MAPS x11 19.00% - 146.21M 86.58M 843.93K 1.09x
06:51:32 PM TIVC x5 -5.00% 3 5 Manufacturing acquisition financing
4.7M 1.63M 311.77K 3.73x
06:51:35 PM VFF x9 13.00% - 400.85M 103.41M 951.86K 0.35x
06:51:38 PM CRON x15 18.00% - 1.09B 197.89M 2.92M 1.51x
06:51:46 PM ENVB x33 8.00% 5 4 Warrants Exercised Proceeds
3.25M 564.35K 1.6M 0.83x
06:51:53 PM VFF x10 14.00% - 400.85M 103.41M 957.19K 0.35x
06:51:56 PM ENVB x34 9.00% 5 4 Warrants Exercised Proceeds
3.25M 564.35K 1.6M 0.83x
06:52:18 PM ENVB x35 11.00% 5 4 Warrants Exercised Proceeds
3.25M 564.35K 1.6M 0.83x
06:52:18 PM FLGC x12 30.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 74.07K 4.15x
06:52:18 PM RYM x4 6.00% - 32.26M 1.11M 33.65K 2.17x
06:52:28 PM OGI x5 10.00% - 220.29M 90.63M 420.13K 0.84x
06:52:43 PM FOSL x2 4.00% - 209.82M 49.41M 434.85K 0.34x
06:52:47 PM FLGC x13 34.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 75.14K 4.21x
06:52:53 PM KAVL x3 7.00% - 2.32M 5.67M 803.83K 4.48x
06:53:08 PM ENVB x36 13.00% 5 4 Warrants Exercised Proceeds
3.25M 564.35K 1.6M 0.83x
06:53:08 PM OGI x6 12.00% - 220.29M 90.63M 426.32K 0.85x
06:53:08 PM RYM x5 8.00% - 32.26M 1.11M 33.8K 2.18x
06:53:24 PM FLGC x14 39.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 77.32K 4.33x
06:53:43 PM FLGC x15 40.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 78.49K 4.4x
06:53:43 PM INEO x3 -5.00% 4 3 Nasdaq price deficiency
12.79M 2.34M 71.4K 5.16x
06:53:53 PM FLGC x16 44.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 82.6K 4.63x
06:54:06 PM FLGC x17 49.00% - 7.21M 624.31K 83.74K 4.69x
06:54:07 PM GNLN new 16.00% - 14.46M 4.81M 70.78K 0.98x
06:54:56 PM DTCK x2 4.00% - 8.41M 1.09M 323.2K 0.33x
06:55:45 PM KAVL x4 23.00% - 2.32M 5.67M 805.43K 4.49x
06:56:27 PM SCNX x5 -6.00% 3 3 Pharma partnership announcement
24.63M 33.79M 1.32M 0.67x
06:56:42 PM ARTL x2 5.00% - 3.92M 2.01M 75.19K 0.06x
06:57:09 PM XPON x2 4.00% - 11.2M 9.04M 134.56K 0.06x
06:57:43 PM BNRG x17 -19.00% - 3.67M 3.03M 324.15K 5.23x
06:58:56 PM DFDV x5 4.00% - 179.3M 23.6M 2.14M 1.38x
07:01:06 PM INCR new 15.00% - 68M 40.44M 7.64K 0.78x
07:01:36 PM INEO x4 -6.00% 4 3 Nasdaq price deficiency
12.79M 2.34M 73.54K 5.31x
07:02:18 PM DEFT x6 7.00% 4 5 DeFi IPO financing
435.7M 358.83M 6.22M 0.54x
07:03:08 PM IGC x6 8.00% 4 3 Coverage Report Released
30.45M 85.33M 851.18K 1.86x
07:03:47 PM DEFT x8 8.00% 4 5 DeFi IPO financing
435.7M 358.83M 6.23M 0.54x
07:04:05 PM IGC x7 9.00% 4 3 Coverage Report Released
30.45M 85.33M 852.7K 1.86x
07:04:14 PM RYM x6 9.00% - 32.26M 1.11M 35.44K 2.29x
07:05:01 PM NCRA x4 -8.00% - 15.24M 5.92M 56.05K 1.59x
07:05:08 PM DEFT x10 9.00% 4 5 DeFi IPO financing
435.7M 358.83M 6.23M 0.54x
07:05:36 PM HYFM x5 6.00% - 7.14M 3.58M 84.3K 4.82x
07:05:50 PM CDIO new 5.00% - 6.76M 1.7M 7.38K 0.24x
07:06:16 PM RYM x7 19.00% - 32.26M 1.11M 36.54K 2.36x

Top Gainers

YCBD:AMEX
Change +45.00 %
Market Cap 5.63M
Float 7.04M
Volume 604.45K
AKAN:NASDAQ
Change +44.00 %
Market Cap 572.73K
Float 722.54K
Volume 2.38M
TLRY:NASDAQ
Change +29.00 %
Market Cap 977.88M
Float 115.1M
Volume 5.85M

Why is TLRY stock up?

Tlray Brands saw notable momentum following the announcement on Dec 11 of Redecan’s launch of Amped Live Resin Liquid Diamond vapes. The debut, timed with peak seasonal demand and supported by live resin vape category growth of 6.3% over six months, appears to be fueling renewed interest in the stock.

This move builds on gains of 12.36% and 2.10% in the prior two sessions, suggesting positive sentiment from both the product launch and recent trading momentum.

NCI:NASDAQ
Change +28.00 %
Market Cap 5.04M
Float 345.26K
Volume 2.63M
CGC:NASDAQ
Change +26.00 %
Market Cap 386.68M
Float 341.58M
Volume 18.53M
NX:NYSE
Change +24.00 %
Market Cap 691.82M
Float 45.29M
Volume 1.58M

Why is NX stock up?

Quanex (NX) is trading higher after announcing strong Q4 and full-year 2025 results on Dec 11, highlighted by a 43.8% jump in net sales to $1.84B and significant cash flow growth, driven by its Tyman acquisition and successful cost synergy realization. The company also reported robust liquidity and debt reduction.

This move builds on momentum from the previous sessions, with gains of 6.38% and 4.00% on Dec 10 and Dec 11, respectively, indicating sustained investor enthusiasm following the upbeat financial update and integration progress.

FLGC:NASDAQ
Change +21.00 %
Market Cap 7.21M
Float 624.31K
Volume 118.58K
MITK:NASDAQ
Change +18.00 %
Market Cap 421.78M
Float 44.05M
Volume 2.5M

Why is MITK stock up?

Mitek shares are moving higher after the company reported record fiscal 2025 revenue of $179.7M and strong SaaS growth, with non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA of $53.9M and positive guidance for fiscal 2026. Cash and investments rose to $196.5M as of Sept 30, 2025.

The prior four sessions showed minimal movement, with changes between -0.11% and 1.10%, indicating today's surge is primarily driven by the upbeat earnings report and forward outlook rather than a recent price pattern reversal.

GRWG:NASDAQ
Change +18.00 %
Market Cap 84.98M
Float 55.16M
Volume 396.65K
CRON:NASDAQ
Change +16.00 %
Market Cap 1.09B
Float 197.89M
Volume 3.07M
SNDL:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 455.59M
Float 246.24M
Volume 2.68M
INCR:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 68M
Float 40.44M
Volume 8.25K
PAVS:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 2.32M
Float 6.72M
Volume 189.89M
ACB:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 258M
Float 56.67M
Volume 827.86K

Why is ACB stock up?

Aurora Cannabis shares are active after the company announced the launch of its high-potency Black Jelly medical cannabis flower in Poland on December 11. The move expands Aurora's presence in the European medical cannabis market, highlighting its EU-GMP credentials and proprietary genetics.

This follows a 20%+ surge in the previous session, and today's action appears to reflect profit-taking by traders after the sharp rally. The news provides a fundamental backdrop, but the current move is primarily a technical correction after strong gains.

VRM:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 135.66M
Float 5M
Volume 2.56K
MAPS:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 146.21M
Float 86.58M
Volume 924.81K
SHFS:NASDAQ
Change +15.00 %
Market Cap 4.71M
Float 1.93M
Volume 437.12K
IMCC:NASDAQ
Change +14.00 %
Market Cap 8.76M
Float 2.9M
Volume 257.56K
WHLR:NASDAQ
Change +13.00 %
Market Cap 1.95M
Float 690.32K
Volume 3.03M
RYM:NASDAQ
Change +12.00 %
Market Cap 32.26M
Float 1.11M
Volume 51.23K

Top Losers

YGMZ:NASDAQ
Change -32.00 %
Market Cap 136.26K
Float 6.27M
Volume 135.74M

Why is YGMZ stock down?

Mingzhu Logistics (YGMZ) shares are sharply lower, extending a -17.84% decline from Dec 10 and a -3.66% move on Dec 9, marking a continued drop pattern.

The selloff follows news on Dec 11 that YGMZ received a Nasdaq delisting notice after failing to maintain the $1 minimum bid price for 30 days. Trading suspension is set for Dec 12, 2025, with the company planning to appeal and warning of possible OTC trading and reduced liquidity.

APLT:NASDAQ
Change -28.00 %
Market Cap 31.3M
Float 136.08M
Volume 7.88M

Why is APLT stock down?

Applied Therapeutics (APLT) is trading sharply lower after announcing an acquisition by Cycle Group Holdings for $0.088 per share in cash plus a contingent value right (CVR) tied to specific regulatory and sales milestones. The deal is expected to close in Q1 2026.

The drop follows a 13.86% gain on Dec 09 and a -12.18% decline on Dec 10, suggesting a rapid reversal as investors react to the acquisition terms, which are below recent trading levels and heavily contingent on future milestones.

GRAN:NASDAQ
Change -19.00 %
Market Cap 94.56M
Float 1.88M
Volume 2.94M
CLRO:NASDAQ
Change -17.00 %
Market Cap 10.9M
Float 323.29K
Volume 162.5K
BNRG:NASDAQ
Change -15.00 %
Market Cap 3.67M
Float 3.03M
Volume 331.23K
NAMI:NASDAQ
Change -15.00 %
Market Cap 60.23M
Float 68.37M
Volume 174K
DXLG:NASDAQ
Change -14.00 %
Market Cap 84.06M
Float 46.2M
Volume 2.13M

Why is DXLG stock down?

Following yesterday's 44.44% surge, today's pullback in Destination XL Group (DXLG) appears to be profit-taking as traders lock in gains after the sharp rally.

On Dec 11, DXLG reported a $4.1M net loss and a -7.4% drop in comparable sales for Q3, alongside news of a merger of equals with FullBeauty Brands. The merger aims to create a leading inclusive-apparel retailer with pro forma LTM net sales of $1.2 billion and projected cost synergies.

Financial results and merger details may also be adding to volatility, but the primary driver appears to be natural correction after the prior session's sharp gains.

AURA:NASDAQ
Change -13.00 %
Market Cap 413.41M
Float 57.16M
Volume 164.08K
TNYA:NASDAQ
Change -12.00 %
Market Cap 226.45M
Float 164.91M
Volume 3M

Why is TNYA stock down?

Following yesterday’s 20%+ surge, today's pullback appears to be profit-taking as traders lock in gains after a sharp rally.

Tenaya Therapeutics announced the FDA lifted the clinical hold on the MyPEAK-1 trial and reported positive interim data from the RIDGE-1 study. However, a proposed public offering was also announced, which can pressure shares as investors anticipate dilution.

Overall, the movement reflects a natural correction after strong gains, with the proposed offering adding to volatility.

RDNW:NASDAQ
Change -12.00 %
Market Cap 214.32M
Float 22.87M
Volume 47.45K
NTCL:NASDAQ
Change -12.00 %
Market Cap 17.83M
Float 13.3M
Volume 3.74M
NEXA:NYSE
Change -10.00 %
Market Cap 1.08B
Float 44.4M
Volume 749.43K
OIS:NYSE
Change -9.00 %
Market Cap 423.6M
Float 55.34M
Volume 643.31K
ATPC:NASDAQ
Change -9.00 %
Market Cap 9M
Float 23.38M
Volume 771.79M
AFJK:NASDAQ
Change -9.00 %
Market Cap 219.46M
Float 4.06M
Volume 340.1K
ASPC:NASDAQ
Change -9.00 %
Market Cap 30.39M
Float 552.58K
Volume 144.39K
VSA:NASDAQ
Change -9.00 %
Market Cap 5.95M
Float 52.87M
Volume 17.68M
BTTC:NASDAQ
Change -8.00 %
Market Cap 31.82M
Float 1.76M
Volume 51.54M

Why is BTTC stock down?

Following yesterday's 24.28% surge, today's pullback in Black Titan (NASDAQ:BTTC) appears to be profit-taking as traders lock in recent gains. This type of correction is common after a sharp rally.

On Dec 11, Black Titan released a comprehensive series of announcements detailing its new DAT+ digital asset evaluation framework, introducing five pillars focused on utility, risk management, earnings alignment, collaboration, and liquidity standards. While the news outlines a robust institutional approach to digital asset participation, today's price action is primarily a reaction to the preceding rally rather than skepticism about the strategic updates.

MIGI:NASDAQ
Change -8.00 %
Market Cap 6.97M
Float 936.62K
Volume 57.9M
NCRA:NASDAQ
Change -8.00 %
Market Cap 15.24M
Float 5.92M
Volume 56.05K

Scanner Specifications

Coverage Hours:
Premarket, Regular, After Hours
Alert Parameters:
4%+ price movements
Data Delivery:
Real-time (Gold/Platinum) / 1-min (Silver) / 15-min (Free)
Information Type:
Price data & news aggregation

What is Momentum Trading?

Momentum trading is a strategy where traders observe stocks that are experiencing significant price movement in one direction. The concept involves monitoring trends in the market, though outcomes are never guaranteed and all trading carries risk. This educational overview is for informational purposes only.

How Momentum Trading Generally Works

Momentum traders typically observe stocks moving significantly on high volume. The strategy involves monitoring price movements and market trends. Common components that traders may consider include:

  • Trend Observation: Monitoring stocks moving in one direction.
  • Price Action Monitoring: Observing actual price movements.
  • Market Timing Attempts: Traders make their own decisions on position timing.

Commonly Cited Characteristics of Momentum Trading

  • Volatility: High volatility with potential for both gains and losses.
  • Short Term Focus: Often involves shorter holding periods.
  • Technical Analysis: Frequently uses technical indicators and trading scanners.

Risks of Momentum Trading

  • Substantial Loss Risk: Rapid reversals can lead to significant losses.
  • High Complexity: Requires extensive market knowledge and experience.
  • No Guaranteed Outcomes: Past momentum does not predict future performance.

What is a Stock Scanner for Momentum Trading?

A stock scanner is a data aggregation tool that displays information about momentum stocks experiencing price movements in the market. These tools compile market data and present it according to specified parameters, providing information only without recommendations or advice.

Functions of a Trading Scanner

  • Data Aggregation: Collects price and volume information from markets.
  • Parameter Filtering: Displays data based on user selected criteria.
  • Information Display: Presents market data in organized formats.
  • Multi Session Data: Shows information from premarket, regular, and after hours trading.
  • Alert Systems: Notifies when certain parameters are met (informational only).

What Stock Scanners Do and Don't Do

Stock scanners display market data about top momentum stocks today and price movements. They DO NOT:

  • Predict future price movements
  • Recommend specific trades
  • Guarantee profitable outcomes
  • Provide investment advice

Introducing Argus: Advanced Market Data Scanner

Argus is a sophisticated market data tool that displays real-time information about stocks experiencing significant price movements. The scanner identifies momentum stocks and correlates price changes with publicly available news, helping users stay informed about market activity across all trading sessions.

The Argus Approach: Radically Simple, Remarkably Effective

While traditional scanners overwhelm you with dozens of technical indicators, Argus takes a radically simple approach. We focus exclusively on what actually matters: significant price movements.

Here's our philosophy: We track stocks that move beyond 4% from their opening price. Once a stock crosses this threshold, we continue alerting you as it reaches new session highs (for rising stocks) or new session lows (for declining stocks). This means rising stocks trigger alerts at each new high point of the day, while falling stocks trigger alerts at each new low point.

This approach cuts through the noise. While other scanners might show you volume spikes or RSI readings that lead nowhere, Argus shows you what's actually moving and why. Every alert represents real momentum in a clear direction.

Key Features of Argus Stock Scanner

  • Real Time Market Monitoring: Continuously scans for stocks making significant moves (above 4%).
  • Directional Tracking: Alerts on new session highs for rising stocks, new session lows for declining stocks.
  • News Integration: Correlates price movements with relevant news articles.
  • Complete Session Coverage: Monitors top premarket gainers, regular hours, and after hour market movers.
  • Custom Parameters: Users can set their own display preferences.
  • Performance Tracking: Monitor daily top gainers and losers across markets.
  • Clean Interface: Intuitive design for seamless navigation.

What Argus Provides

  • Market Information: Raw data about price movements and top momentum stocks today.
  • Time Efficiency: Automated scanning saves time versus manual monitoring.
  • News Context: Links to publicly available news for informational context.
  • Data Organization: Structured display of market information.

Argus vs. Traditional Trading Scanners

Feature Argus Scanner Traditional Scanners
Data Focus Simple: 4%+ movements with new highs/lows Complex: Multiple technical indicators
Market Coverage All sessions: Premarket, Regular, After Hours Often regular hours only
News Display Integrated with price movements Usually separate or unavailable
Alert Logic Continuous: New highs for gainers, new lows for losers One time indicator triggers
Learning Curve Minimal: Focus on price action Steep: Multiple indicators to understand
Primary Function Display momentum stocks with clear direction Various analytical approaches

Complete Market Coverage: Premarket to After Hours

Argus provides comprehensive data coverage across all trading sessions. Understanding when different sessions operate helps users know when data becomes available.

Premarket Trading (4:00 AM - 9:30 AM ET)

The scanner begins displaying top premarket gainers and decliners at 4:00 AM ET. Information shown includes:

  • Early price movements before regular market open
  • Stocks reacting to overnight news and earnings
  • Gap information from previous close
  • Volume data when available in premarket

Regular Trading Hours (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET)

During regular hours, Argus displays top momentum stocks today with full market data:

  • Real time or delayed price data (based on membership)
  • New session highs for rising stocks
  • New session lows for declining stocks
  • Volume information and related news

After Hours Trading (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET)

The scanner tracks after hour market movers including:

  • Post market price movements
  • Stocks reacting to after hours earnings releases
  • Continuation of regular session trends
  • Extended trading volume when available

Who Uses Stock Scanners?

Various market participants use trading scanners to stay informed about market movements. Here are common user categories and how they utilize scanner data:

Active Market Participants

Those actively engaged in markets use scanners to:

  • Monitor momentum stocks throughout the day
  • Track multiple securities simultaneously
  • Identify top gainers premarket and during regular hours
  • Access correlated news information

Market Researchers & Analysts

Researchers utilize scanner data for:

  • Analyzing price movement patterns
  • Studying news impact on stock prices
  • Tracking after hour market movers for next day analysis
  • Understanding market session dynamics

Educational Users

Those learning about markets use scanners to:

  • Understand how stocks move during different sessions
  • Learn to identify top momentum stocks today
  • Study the relationship between news and price
  • Observe market mechanics in real time

Part Time Market Watchers

Busy individuals who can't monitor markets continuously use scanners to:

  • Quickly review daily market movements
  • Stay informed about significant price changes
  • Catch up on market activity efficiently

Membership Options

Argus offers different data access levels to suit various needs. Note that data speed and features do not affect or predict trading outcomes.

Free Access

Start with basic market monitoring capabilities:

  • 15 minute delayed market data
  • Track momentum stocks with delayed updates
  • Basic tracking of top premarket gainers
  • Standard news correlation
  • Daily summary of top momentum stocks today
  • Limited alert frequency

Silver Membership

Mid-tier access for regular market watchers:

  • 1 minute delayed market data
  • Faster updates than free tier
  • Track momentum stocks with minimal delay
  • Enhanced tracking of top premarket gainers
  • Standard news correlation
  • Improved alert frequency

Gold & Platinum Membership

Premium data access for active traders:

  • Real time data feed across all sessions (no delay)
  • Instant alerts for after hour market movers
  • Maximum update frequency
  • Advanced filter and sort options
  • Priority data processing during peak times
  • Ad free interface
  • Premium support

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly does Argus track?

Argus displays stocks moving 4% or more from their opening price. For rising stocks, it continues alerting at each new session high. For falling stocks, it alerts at each new session low. This directional tracking helps identify sustained momentum.

What are momentum stocks?

In market terminology, momentum stocks refers to securities experiencing significant price movement with above average volume. These are stocks showing strong directional movement, either up or down.

When can I see premarket gainers?

Argus begins displaying top premarket gainers data at 4:00 AM ET when premarket trading opens. This data continues updating until regular market hours begin at 9:30 AM ET.

Does Argus cover after hours trading?

Yes, Argus tracks after hour market movers from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, displaying stocks that continue moving after regular market close.

How are "new highs" and "new lows" determined?

For stocks moving up (gainers), Argus alerts when they reach a new high point for that trading session. For stocks moving down (losers), it alerts at new low points. This ensures you see sustained movement in either direction.

What's the difference between membership tiers?

Gold/Platinum members receive real-time data updates with no delay. Silver members see data with 1 minute delay. Free members see data with 15 minute delay. Higher tiers also offer more frequent alerts, additional filtering options, and ad-free experience.

Can Argus predict which stocks will move?

No. Argus displays current and historical data only. It does not predict future movements or provide trading recommendations.

How the Argus Scanner Functions

The Scanning Process

Argus operates through automated data collection and display:

  • Continuous Monitoring: System receives price data from market sources
  • Threshold Detection: Identifies stocks moving 4% from their opening price
  • Directional Tracking: Monitors new highs for gainers, new lows for decliners
  • News Matching: Automated correlation with publicly available news
  • Data Display: Information presented in organized interface

Understanding the Alert System

When viewing top momentum stocks today, the alert system works as follows:

  • Initial alert triggers when a stock moves 4% from open
  • Rising stocks generate alerts at each new session high
  • Falling stocks generate alerts at each new session low
  • Alert frequency indicates sustained momentum strength
  • News links provide context when available

Data Sources and Timing

  • Premarket Data: Begins at 4:00 AM ET for top gainers premarket
  • Regular Hours: Full market data from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET
  • After Hours: Extended session data until 8:00 PM ET
  • News Sources: Aggregated from publicly available financial news

Understanding the Information Display

Argus presents market data in an organized format. Each entry includes:

  • Ticker Symbol: Stock identification code
  • Alert Count: Number of times new highs/lows were reached in the current session and today
  • Price Information: Current price and percentage change from open
  • Volume Data: Number of shares traded
  • News Links: Related articles when available

Interpreting Alert Patterns

Understanding what different alert patterns may indicate:

  • Single Alert: Stock just crossed 4% threshold
  • Multiple Alerts (Gainer): Stock making successive new highs
  • Multiple Alerts (Loser): Stock making successive new lows
  • High Alert Frequency: Sustained directional momentum
  • News Present: Potential catalyst for movement

Data Accuracy and Limitations

Understanding data limitations helps set appropriate expectations:

Data Timing by Membership

  • Free Access: 15 minute delay
  • Silver Access: 1 minute delay
  • Gold/Platinum Access: Real time data feed (no delay, minimal system latency)

Important Data Considerations

  • All market data may contain errors or omissions
  • News correlation is automated and may not be comprehensive
  • Extended hours data may have limited accuracy due to lower liquidity
  • System outages or delays can affect data delivery
  • Historical data shown is not predictive of future movements

Best Practices for Data Use

  • Verify important information through multiple sources
  • Understand that displayed data is for informational purposes only
  • Be aware that real time claims refer to delivery speed, not guaranteed accuracy
  • Consider extended hours data as potentially less reliable

Legal Notice & Risk Disclosure

No Investment Advice

Argus provides market data and information only. Nothing in this service constitutes investment advice, trading recommendations, or guidance about buying, selling, or holding any security. We are not registered investment advisors or financial professionals.

Trading Risk Disclosure

Trading stocks and other securities involves substantial risk of loss. You may lose your entire investment and potentially more with margin accounts. High volatility stocks carry exceptional risk. Extended hours trading has additional risks including reduced liquidity. Past performance does not indicate future results.

Data Disclaimer

All data provided may contain errors, delays, or inaccuracies. News correlations are automated and may be incomplete or incorrect. Real time data refers to delivery speed only, not accuracy or completeness. Users must verify all information independently before making any decisions.

User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for all investment and trading decisions. You should understand your risk tolerance, verify all information through independent sources, and consult qualified financial advisors for personalized guidance. This service is for informational purposes only.

Limitation of Liability

Argus and its operators shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this service, including but not limited to trading losses, missed opportunities, or data errors. The service is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

By using this service, you acknowledge understanding these terms and agree that all trading decisions are your sole responsibility.