ASX Breakout Stocks Today — Wed 18 Mar 2026

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Breakout stocks are shares that move above key resistance levels on above-average volume — a pattern that often precedes sustained price moves. We scan for breakouts above 20-day resistance and unusual volume spikes (2x+ the 20-day average).

Today, 538 ASX small caps triggered breakout or volume alerts. Top sectors: Basic Materials (216), Financial Services (53), Healthcare (51), Industrials (47), Technology (45).

Breakout & Volume Alerts — Wed 18 Mar 2026

Ticker Score Vol Ratio Daily Chg Sector
IOD541.6x-12.8%Technology
DOC520.8x+0.0%Healthcare
GPR502.8x-3.8%Basic Materials
DMP500.5x-0.7%Consumer Cyclical
TPW491.1x-0.7%Consumer Cyclical
ASM490.8x+1.8%Basic Materials
JAN497.0x-3.8%Technology
TOK492.1x-1.8%Basic Materials
SSM480.7x+2.0%Industrials
LNQ480.6x-3.1%Basic Materials
CUV480.8x+0.5%Healthcare
TAH470.5x-0.3%Consumer Cyclical
FDR471.1x+4.9%Energy
BGT4721.0x+0.0%Healthcare
PWH470.6x-0.1%Consumer Cyclical
HGH4711.4x-1.4%Financial Services
TWE460.9x+0.4%Consumer Defensive
PWN4610.9x+0.0%Industrials
SLC460.7x+0.3%Communication Services
ELS461.0x+1.4%Technology

Reading Volume Breakouts

A breakout on high volume (3x+ average) is generally considered more reliable than one on average volume. Look for breakouts that coincide with catalyst events (earnings, announcements, director buying) for the highest-conviction setups.

Explore the full breakdown on the SmallCapData dashboard.

GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY — This article is produced by an algorithm and does not constitute personal financial advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. SmallCapData does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL). You should consider seeking independent financial advice before making any investment decision. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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