Being students of the charts, and of course of history itself, we are aware that there are long periods of time, anywhere from 10 to 20 years or longer, where the major equity indices do not break above previous highs.

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Major U.S. stock indices finished near flat Thursday, taking a break after a steep three-day rally.

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Most of the indices have been in tight ascending channels that are great to ride until they break.

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