{"slug":"sepa-strategy","title":"sepa-strategy","summary":"Analyze stocks with Mark Minervini's SEPA (Specific Entry Point Analysis) methodology: stage analysis, the 8-condition trend template, fundamentals, VCP and other base patterns, pivot-point entries, market environment, and risk-based position sizing. Use this skill whenever the u","platform":"Claude","tags":[],"authorName":"LLM Mart","authorSlug":"llm-mart","score":0,"source":"github","price":null,"verified":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-19T21:17:42.321875Z","repo":{"url":"https://github.com/himself65/finance-skills","stars":3427,"forks":389,"license":"MIT","updatedAt":"2026-10-19T08:37:18Z"},"bodyHtml":"<h1>SEPA Strategy Analysis</h1>\n<p>Analyze stocks using Mark Minervini's SEPA (Specific Entry Point Analysis) methodology — a complete framework for identifying high-probability growth stock entries with strict risk management.</p>\n<h2>Triggers</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Mentions of SEPA, Minervini, superperformance, trend template</li>\n<li>VCP (Volatility Contraction Pattern), stage analysis, Stage 2 uptrend</li>\n<li>Pivot point breakout, growth stock screening</li>\n<li>Moving average alignment checks (bullish stacking)</li>\n<li>Consolidation pattern analysis (cup-with-handle, flat base, flag, high tight flag)</li>\n<li>Position sizing with risk-based calculations</li>\n<li>\"Should I buy this stock?\" or \"Is this a good setup?\" in growth/momentum context</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>What It Does</h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Stage Analysis</strong> — determines if a stock is in Stage 2 (the only buyable stage) and counts bases</li>\n<li><strong>Trend Template</strong> — evaluates 8 mandatory conditions (MA hierarchy, price position, relative strength)</li>\n<li><strong>Fundamental Check</strong> — grades EPS growth/acceleration, revenue, margins, institutional ownership</li>\n<li><strong>Pattern Recognition</strong> — identifies VCP, cup-with-handle, flat base, flag, and high tight flag patterns</li>\n<li><strong>Entry Assessment</strong> — calculates pivot point, buy zone (0-5% above pivot), breakout volume requirement</li>\n<li><strong>Position Sizing</strong> — risk-based share calculation, 3-phase stop loss plan, pyramiding rules</li>\n<li><strong>Market Environment</strong> — adjusts strategy based on bull/choppy/bear conditions</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>Platform</h2>\n<p>All (works on Claude Code, Claude.ai, and other agents)</p>\n<h2>Setup</h2>\n<p>No special setup required. Works best with access to market data tools (yfinance) for real-time prices and fundamentals.</p>\n<h2>Reference Files</h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>File</th>\n<th>Contents</th>\n</tr>\n</thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/stage-analysis.md</code></td>\n<td>Four-stage theory, transition signals, base counting</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/trend-template.md</code></td>\n<td>8 mandatory conditions with detailed explanations</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/fundamentals.md</code></td>\n<td>EPS, revenue, margins, institutional holdings, catalysts</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/patterns.md</code></td>\n<td>VCP 7 rules, cup-with-handle, flat base, flag, high tight flag</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/entry-rules.md</code></td>\n<td>Pivot point mechanics, buy zone, pocket pivot, true vs false breakout</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/position-sizing.md</code></td>\n<td>Position formula, stop loss phases, pyramiding, loss management</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td><code>references/market-environment.md</code></td>\n<td>Bull/choppy/bear criteria and position adjustment</td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h2>Disclaimer</h2>\n<p>This skill is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Stock investing involves risk. Always do your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.</p>\n","files":[{"path":"README.md","sizeBytes":2591,"isText":true},{"path":"references/entry-rules.md","sizeBytes":3789,"isText":true},{"path":"references/fundamentals.md","sizeBytes":3703,"isText":true},{"path":"references/market-environment.md","sizeBytes":3437,"isText":true},{"path":"references/patterns.md","sizeBytes":5383,"isText":true},{"path":"references/position-sizing.md","sizeBytes":6660,"isText":true},{"path":"references/stage-analysis.md","sizeBytes":2768,"isText":true},{"path":"references/trend-template.md","sizeBytes":3319,"isText":true},{"path":"SKILL.md","sizeBytes":12855,"isText":true}],"reviewScore":null,"reviewSummary":null,"trust":{"provenance":"trusted-source-unreviewed","notice":"Community-authored content, reproduced verbatim and not vetted as instructions. 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