“Timing the Follow-Up Play”
Hey Gang,
Remember when I told you that the best earnings winners often create multiple profit opportunities?
Advanced Auto Parts (AAP) just proved that point perfectly.
On May 22nd, this stock delivered an explosive Opening Bell Aftershock that handed us incredible gains within minutes of the market opening:
That’s the power of knowing exactly what to look for at 9:30 a.m. when these earnings winners create their most profitable moves.
But here’s what has me absolutely fired up right now…
AAP isn’t done delivering profits.
While most traders have moved on to chase the next shiny object, I’m seeing another beautiful setup forming on the 30-minute chart that could deliver our next big winner.
This is exactly why I focus on earnings winners that demonstrate explosive momentum – they rarely give you just one bite at the apple.
Instead, these powerhouse stocks create multiple high-probability setups that can deliver substantial gains for traders who know how to spot the patterns.
Take a look at what’s developing in AAP right now:
This is a textbook example of why patience pays off in trading. After delivering that initial Opening Bell Aftershock, AAP has been quietly building energy for what could be an even bigger move.
The technical setup I’m seeing here has all the ingredients for another explosive surge, and I want to show you exactly why this could be our next triple-digit winner.
But first, let’s get a sense of where the broader market stands and why this timing couldn’t be more perfect…
Current Market
We’re sitting at a fascinating crossroads in the market right now.
The Federal Reserve begins its two-day policy meeting today, with markets pricing in a 99.9% probability that it’ll hold rates steady at 4.25% to 4.50% when it announces its decision tomorrow at 2 p.m.
Fed Chair Powell has been under intense pressure from President Trump to cut rates, but the central bank remains focused on its dual mandate amid concerns that tariffs could reignite inflation.
What makes this particularly interesting is the timing. Markets will be closed on Thursday for the Juneteenth holiday, creating a shortened trading week that could amplify any moves we see around the Fed announcement.
And speaking of moves, the market has been on an impressive run lately.
Since hitting its 2025 low on April 8th, the S&P 500 has gained roughly 20%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted their biggest monthly gains in May since November 2023, with gains of 6.2% and 9.6%, respectively.
Just last week, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached their highest levels since February, with the S&P 500 now sitting less than 2% away from its all-time record high.
This strength has been driven by a combination of factors: easing concerns about Trump’s tariff plans, strong corporate earnings, and economic data showing the economy remains resilient.
But here’s what really catches my attention as a trader…
This environment of reduced volatility combined with strong underlying momentum creates the perfect conditions for those explosive Opening Bell Aftershocks I’ve been teaching you about.
When the market has clear direction but is taking a breather – like we’re seeing now – individual earnings winners can absolutely explode when the conditions are right.
That’s exactly what’s setting up in AAP right now…
Advanced Auto Parts: The Setup That Keeps on Giving
Looking at AAP’s current 30-minute chart, I’m seeing a setup that has all the makings of another profitable trade – though I’ll be honest with you, it’s not quite the A+ setup I typically get most excited about.
Here’s what I’m seeing on this timeframe:
The Good: The squeeze indicator at the bottom of the chart is showing clear compression, with those momentum bars tightening up beautifully. This is always my favorite signal because it tells me that volatility is getting ready to explode in one direction or another.
The pattern is also working in our favor. After that initial Opening Bell Aftershock surge we caught on May 22nd, AAP has been consolidating in a nice, tight range rather than giving back all its gains. This kind of price action shows me that buyers are still in control and sellers aren’t rushing for the exits.
The trend component is where things get interesting. We can see AAP has been making higher lows since its recent base, which is exactly what I want to see in any potential breakout candidate.
The Reality Check: Now, here’s where I need to be completely transparent with you – this isn’t the perfect “stacked moving averages” setup that I absolutely love to see.
Looking at the moving averages on this chart, they’re not in that beautiful bullish alignment where the shorter-term averages sit cleanly above the longer-term ones. This means we don’t have that rock-solid foundation of support that makes me pound the table and tell everyone to back up the truck.
Why I’m Still Interested: Despite the moving averages not being perfectly stacked, there are three reasons this setup still has my attention:
First, AAP has already proven it can deliver explosive moves – we saw that firsthand with our Opening Bell Aftershock winner.
Second, the squeeze pattern is textbook perfect, and these compression setups often lead to the most violent moves when they finally release.
Third, the timing couldn’t be better. With the Fed announcement tomorrow and the Juneteenth holiday creating a shortened week, we could see accelerated moves as traders position ahead of the break.
The key here is proper risk management and realistic expectations.
But here’s the thing about earnings winners like AAP – they have a tendency to surprise you just when you think the momentum is fading…
Master the Art of Opening Bell Aftershocks
What happened with AAP on May 22nd wasn’t luck or a one-time event.
It was the result of a proven system that identifies when stocks are primed for explosive moves within minutes of the market opening at 9:30 a.m.
These Opening Bell Aftershocks occur when companies significantly outperform Wall Street’s expectations, forcing market makers to rapidly readjust their positions when trading begins the next morning.
The result? Lightning-fast profit opportunities that can deliver 100%, 200%, or even 300% gains before most people finish their morning coffee.
I’ve spent years perfecting this strategy, and the results speak for themselves:
- That 334% gain in APP in just 11 minutes
- A 261% winner in META in just over an hour
- Multiple members doubling and tripling their money in minutes
But here’s what makes this approach so powerful – it doesn’t require you to gamble on earnings before they’re announced. Instead, you wait until AFTER the results are out, then capitalize on the explosive morning surge that follows.
The current market environment is creating more of these opportunities than I’ve seen in years. With earnings season in full swing and volatility creating perfect conditions for these morning explosions, there’s never been a better time to master this strategy.
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Don’t Miss Tomorrow’s Opportunity
With the Fed announcement coming tomorrow and markets reopening Friday after the Juneteenth holiday, we could see multiple Opening Bell Aftershock opportunities in the coming days.
AAP’s current setup might just be the beginning. When earnings winners like this start showing multiple profit patterns, it often signals that bigger moves are coming.
The next Opening Bell Aftershock could happen as soon as tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. Will you be ready to capitalize on it?
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Let’s turn your mornings into profit machines.
— Nate Bear


















