One important metric to look for in a stock is an 80 or higher Relative Strength Rating. Futu Holdings Cl A Ads just hit that mark, with a jump from 78 to 82 Friday.

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Futu Holdings Cl A Ads is now considered extended and out of buy range after clearing a 51.20 buy point in a third-stage consolidation. See if the stock forms a new pattern or follow-on buying opportunity like a three-weeks tight or pullback to the 50-day or 10-week line.

The company showed 83% earnings growth in the latest quarterly report. Sales increased 129%.

Futu Holdings Cl A Ads holds the No. 14 rank among its peers in the Finance-Investment Banking/Brokers industry group. Piper Sandler and Raymond James Financial are also among the group's highest-rated stocks.