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Accumulation Area
A price zone where institutional investors or smart money are gradually buying an asset, typically characterized by sideways price action with increasing volume at or near support levels. Recognizing an accumulation area helps traders identify potential entry points before a markup phase begins. Volume analysis and price structure are key tools for confirming accumulation.
Example
“The stock formed a clear accumulation area between $45 and $48, with heavy volume on each test of the lower boundary.”