Mid-Day Breakouts Report - Monday, November 21st, 2022

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MIDDAY BREAKOUTS REPORT - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST, 2022
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DOW 33639.14 -106.55 (-0.32%) | NASDAQ 11016.22 -129.84 (-1.16%) | S&P 500 3937 -28.34 (-0.71%)

Time of Screening : 11/21/2022 12:18:28 PM Report Released : 11/21/2022 12:54:57 PM
Price is: Above 52W High and Less Than 52W High but within 15% of the 52 Week High
Volume Is: At least 50% of 50 Day Average at the time of the screening.
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Symbol/Exchange Company Name Industry Group	PRICE	CHANGE (%Change)	Day High	Volume (% DAV) (50 DAV)	52 Wk Hi % From Hi	Date Featured	Price Featured	Pivot Point
Symbol/Exchange Company Name Industry Group	PRICE	CHANGE (%Change)	Day High	Volume (% DAV) (50 DAV)	52 Wk Hi % From Hi	Date Featured	Price Featured	Max Buy
DGII - NASDAQ Digi International Inc	$43.07	+1.54 3.71%	$43.26	266,276 64.32% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 414,000	$42.04 2.45%	11/10/2022	$41.82	PP = $40.96 MB = $43.01
Most Recent Note - 11/21/2022 12:34:55 PM Y - Hitting another new high with today's gain. Recently wedged above the pivot point cited based on its 10/31/22 high plus 10 cents after forming an advanced "ascending base" pattern. Subsequent gains above the pivot point backed by at least +40% above average volume are needed to confirm a proper technical buy signal. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +80% versus the year ago period, its 3rd strong quarterly comparison well above the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria), helping it better match the fact-based investment system's winning models. Annual earnings (A criteria) history has been strong after a downturn in FY '17-18. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 11/10/2022. Click here.
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GFF - NYSE Griffon Corporation	$35.18	-0.99 -2.72%	$36.37	218,310 60.81% of 50 DAV 50 DAV is 359,000	$36.17 -2.75%	11/10/2022	$34.13	PP = $35.02 MB = $36.77
Most Recent Note - 11/21/2022 12:40:45 PM Y - Perched at its 52-weeek high today after rallying above the pivot point with a big volume-driven gain on the prior session. A gain and strong close above the pivot point backed by +220% above average volume triggered a technical buy signal. Last week it briefly undercut its 50 DMA line ($31.53) which defines important near-term support. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +230% on +24% sales revenues versus the year ago period. >>> The latest Featured Stock Update with an annotated graph appeared on 11/11/2022. Click here.
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Symbol - Exchange - Industry Group Company Name	Last	Chg	Day High	52 WK Hi	% From Hi	Volume % DAV	DAV
ADM - NYSE - FOOD & BEVERAGE - Food - Major Diversified Archer Daniels Midland	$96.21	+1.06 1.11%	$96.34	$98.88	-2.70%	1,512,737 55.70%	2,716,000
Most Recent Note for ADM - 11/21/2022 12:22:53 PM Perched within close striking distance of its 52-week and all-time highs after a 7-month cup-with-handle base. Earnings rose +92% on +21% sales revenues for the Sep '22 quarter versus the year ago period, its 3rd consecutive quarterly comparison well above the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria). Downturn in FY '19 annual earnings (A criteria) history was followed by stronger growth.
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AMKR - NASDAQ - ELECTRONICS - Semiconductor - Integrated Cir Amkor Technology Inc	$27.13	-1.23 -4.34%	$28.48	$29.10	-6.77%	495,717 52.18%	950,000
Most Recent Note for AMKR - 11/21/2022 12:23:29 PM Consolidating after a noted spurt of volume-driven gains rebounding near its Sep '21 high after a 14 month consolidation. Little resistance remains up to the $29.50 level. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +68% on +24% sales revenues versus the year ago period. Three of the past 4 quarterly comparisons were above the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria). Annual earnings (A criteria) history showed great growth after a small downturn in FY '19.
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ATKR - NYSE - Bldg-Constr Prds/Misc Atkore International Grp	$116.85	+0.85 0.73%	$119.35	$123.53	-5.41%	296,574 61.40%	483,000
Most Recent Note for ATKR - 11/21/2022 12:29:09 PM Gapped up on the prior session for a considerable volume-driven gain nearly challenging its all-time high. Sequential quarterly comparisons have shown worrisome deceleration in its growth rate. Reported earnings +26% on +11% sales revenues for the Sep '22 quarter versus the year ago period, its 8th quarterly comparison above the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria). Annual earnings growth has been very strong and steady.
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BSMX - NYSE - Banks-Foreign Banco Santander Mexico	$6.13	-0.02 -0.33%	$6.23	$6.29	-2.54%	25,487 52.01%	49,000
Most Recent Note for BSMX - 11/21/2022 12:29:46 PM Pulling back today. Recently hovering near its 2021 high and noted in prior mid-day reports - "Mar, Jun, and Sep '22 quarterly results showed strong earnings increases with sales revenues growth showing acceleration. Annual earnings history has not been strong and steady."
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CLFD - NASDAQ - TELECOMMUNICATIONS - Cables / Satalite Equipment Clearfield Inc	$118.65	+0.71 0.60%	$122.90	$130.01	-8.74%	260,169 97.44%	267,000
Most Recent Note for CLFD - 11/21/2022 12:33:01 PM Gapped up on 11/18/22 for a considerable gain, rebounding from below its 50 DMA line ($101) to nearly challenge prior highs. Previously met stubborn resistance in the $125-130 area. It found support above its 200 DMA line and showed resilience after dropped from the Featured Stocks list on 11/08/22. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +130% on +110% sales revenues versus the year ago period. Volume and volatility often increase near earnings news.
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CRAI - NASDAQ - DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Business/Management Services C R A International Inc	$118.76	+1.16 0.98%	$119.99	$123.68	-3.98%	22,357 50.81%	44,000
Most Recent Note for CRAI - 11/21/2022 12:34:01 PM Hovering near its 52-week high after recent volume-driven gains. The 11/16/22 mid-day report last noted - "Reported earnings +14% on +9% sales revenues for the Sep '22 quarter versus the year ago period. Prior 3 quarterly comparisons were also below the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria). Annual earnings (A criteria) growth has been strong and steady."
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EOG - NYSE - Oil&Gas-U S Expl&Prod E O G Resources Inc	$135.08	-5.94 -4.21%	$138.06	$150.88	-10.47%	1,994,556 52.89%	3,771,000
Most Recent Note for EOG - 11/21/2022 12:36:25 PM Consolidating near its 52-week high but quietly pulling back since last noted in the 11/09/22 mid-day report - "Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +72% on +59% sales revenues over the year ago period, continuing its streak of strong quarterly comparisons. Fundamental concerns remain. Erratic annual earnings (A criteria) history is cause for concern."
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FCFS - NASDAQ - Finance-Consumer Loans FirstCash Holdings Inc	$92.58	+2.58 2.87%	$92.68	$100.00	-7.42%	159,723 58.29%	274,000
Most Recent Note for FCFS - 11/21/2022 12:37:51 PM Stalled after hitting a new 52-week high since noted last in the 10/27/22 mid-day report - "Reported earnings +55% on +68% sales revenues for the Sep '22 quarter versus the year ago period, continuing a streak of strong quarterly comparisons above the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria). Annual earnings (A criteria) had a big downturn in FY '20."
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HGBL - NASDAQ - Finance-Investment Mgmt Heritage Global Inc	$2.51	+0.24 10.69%	$2.55	$2.42	3.83%	165,072 402.61%	41,000
Most Recent Note for HGBL - 11/21/2022 12:41:34 PM Hitting another new 52-week high with today's volume-driven gain adding to noted spurt of gains. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +500% on +111% sales revenues versus the year ago period, its 2nd strong quarterly comparison. Prior quarterly and annual earnings (C and A criteria) history has not been a match with the fact-based investment system's guidelines.
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IBEX - NASDAQ - Computer- Tech Services Ibex Ltd	$25.60	+0.75 3.00%	$26.93	$25.20	1.57%	61,823 158.52%	39,000
Most Recent Note for IBEX - 11/21/2022 12:46:09 PM Hit new 52-week and all-time highs earlier with today's 5th consecutive volume-driven gain. No resistance remains due to overhead supply. Bermuda-based technology firm reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +580% on +18% sales revenues versus the year ago period. Reported strong earnings growth in the Mar and Jun '22 quarters versus the year ago periods. Annual earnings history has been strong since its $19 IPO on 8/07/20.
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LYTS - NASDAQ - Bldg-Constr Prds/Misc L S I Industries Inc	$10.98	+0.44 4.17%	$11.07	$11.00	-0.18%	81,407 82.23%	99,000
Most Recent Note for LYTS - 11/21/2022 12:47:21 PM It has not formed a sound looking base. Rallied abruptly from a low of $6.55 on 10/25/22 and hit new 52-week highs with recent volume-driven gains approaching its 2021 high. Recent quarterly comparisons through Sep '22 versus the year ago period showed strong sales revenues and earnings increases versus the year ago periods. Annual earnings history has been strong after a downturn in FY '19.
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NECB - NASDAQ - Finance-Savings & Loan Northeast Cmnty Bancorp	$14.20	+0.12 0.85%	$14.20	$14.20	0.00%	45,831 127.31%	36,000
Most Recent Note for NECB - 11/21/2022 12:47:54 PM Hovering near its 52-week high with today's volume-driven gain adding to a recent spurt. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +880% on +56% sales revenues versus the year ago period, its 2nd strong quarterly comparison. Prior quarterly earnings increases through Mar '22 were below the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria) versus the year ago periods.
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OSBC - NASDAQ - BANKING - Regional - Midwest Banks Old Second Bancorp Inc	$17.27	-0.25 -1.43%	$17.50	$17.80	-2.98%	90,474 54.18%	167,000
Most Recent Note for OSBC - 11/21/2022 12:48:52 PM Pulling back from its 52-week high with today's loss after 5 consecutive gains. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +48% on +104% sales revenues versus the year ago period. Fundamental are not a match with the fact-based investment system's guidelines (C and A criteria).
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VIVO - NASDAQ - DRUGS - Diagnostic Substances Meridian Bioscience Inc	$31.97	-0.06 -0.19%	$32.21	$34.38	-7.01%	225,414 73.42%	307,000
Most Recent Note for VIVO - 11/21/2022 12:49:25 PM Still consolidating in a tight range near its 52-week high following 7/07/22 M&A news. Quarterly earnings increases through Jun '22 versus the year ago periods have been below the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria). Up and down annual earnings (A criteria) history is not a match with the fact-based investment system's fundamental guidelines. On 4/18/08 it was dropped from the Featured Stocks list.
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VMI - NYSE - MANUFACTURING - Farm & Construction Machinery Valmont Industries Inc	$327.10	-1.29 -0.39%	$329.11	$331.14	-1.22%	72,208 55.98%	129,000
Most Recent Note for VMI - 11/21/2022 12:50:00 PM Holding its ground stubbornly at its all-time high following recent volume-driven gains. Reported earnings +36% on +26% sales revenues for the Sep '22 quarter versus the year ago period. Prior quarterly comparison were below the +25% minimum guideline (C criteria). Its annual earnings (A criteria) history included a downturn in FY '19.
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VOC - NYSE - Oil&Gas-Royalty Trust V O C Energy Trust	$8.60	-0.35 -3.91%	$8.86	$0.00	-1.22%	114,447 72.43%	158,000
Most Recent Note for VOC - 11/21/2022 12:51:35 PM Pulling back from near its 52-week high. Reported Sep '22 quarterly earnings +138% on +143% sales revenues versus the year ago period. Recent quarterly comparisons showed great percentage earnings increases over the year ago periods. Quarterly sales revenues totals have been in the $2-7 million range, rather minuscule relative to most publicly traded companies worthy of serious consideration under the fact-based investment system.
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VVX - NYSE - Bldg-Maintenance & Svc V2X Inc	$42.61	-0.23 -0.54%	$43.27	$50.06	-14.88%	42,165 53.37%	79,000
Most Recent Note for VVX - 11/21/2022 12:54:18 PM Faces resistance due to overhead supply up to the $60 level. Quarterly earnings through the Sep '22 period were below the +25% minimum earnings guideline (C criteria).
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WDS - NYSE - Oil&Gas-Intl Expl&Prod Woodside Energy Group Adr	$24.32	-0.76 -3.01%	$24.56	$26.79	-9.24%	526,652 81.27%	648,000
Most Recent Note for WDS - 11/21/2022 12:54:51 PM Limited history is a concern for this Australia-based Oil & Gas firm. Pulling back from new highs hit last week.
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