Background
Oliver Kell is the 2020 US Investing Champion with a verified 941% return. He trades growth equities using a trend continuation approach heavily influenced by William O'Neil, Mark Minervini, and David Ryan. Kell focuses on buying the strongest stocks in the strongest sectors during confirmed uptrends.
Core Methodology
Kell's strategy is focused on buying leading stocks that are already in Stage 2 uptrends (Weinstein framework) and showing superior relative strength versus the broader market. He looks for constructive consolidation patterns — tight price action with declining volume — followed by breakouts on expanding volume. The key differentiator is his emphasis on relative strength: he only buys stocks outperforming the S&P 500.
Key Trading Rules
- Only trade stocks in a confirmed Stage 2 uptrend (price above rising 50-day and 200-day moving averages)
- Stock must show relative strength vs the S&P 500 — outperforming the index over 1, 3, and 6 months
- Look for constructive consolidation: tight daily ranges, declining volume, orderly pullbacks to the 10/21 EMA
- Enter on breakout from consolidation with volume at least 50% above average
- Stop loss: close below the 21-day EMA or the breakout pivot point, whichever is tighter
- Sell rules: climactic move (largest daily range on highest volume), break of 50-day MA, or relative strength deterioration
Key Concepts
Books & Resources
How to Make Money in Stocks by William O'Neil. Trade Like a Stock Market Wizard by Mark Minervini. Kell's own educational content and US Investing Championship interviews.