The Relative Strength (RS) Rating for Stryker (SYK) entered a new percentile Monday, with a rise from 77 to 81.

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History shows that the market's biggest winners tend to have an RS Rating of at least 80 in the early stages of their moves.

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Stryker has risen more than 5% past a 371.17 entry in a first-stage cup with handle, meaning it's now out of a proper buy range. Look for the stock to create a new chance to get in like a three-weeks tight or pullback to the 50-day or 10-week line.

Earnings grew 17% last quarter, up from 11% in the prior report. Revenue also increased, from 9% to 12%.

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