The 5 FinViz Screeners That Help Me Find 300%+ Winners
How I Spot Explosive Stocks Before They Run
Stock screeners are one of the most powerful tools in an investor’s arsenal. They help cut through the noise and identify stocks poised for explosive gains. Over the years, I’ve refined a handful of FinViz screeners that have led me to some of my biggest winners—stocks that went on to deliver 300%+ returns in months.
I’m not talking about speculative penny stocks or risky plays. These screeners focus on solid companies with strong fundamentals, institutional accumulation, and technical strength. They help me pinpoint the right opportunities at the right time.
Let’s dive into the five screeners I run consistently to find the next big movers. And at the end, I’ll ask—what’s your favorite screener?
Using Macro as a Layer: Capital Flow & Sector Targeting
Before we dive into the screeners, let’s talk about macro. Stock picking in isolation is a losing game if you’re not paying attention to the bigger picture. Smart money follows liquidity and capital flow, and so should you.
Two macro factors guide my sector choices:
Liquidity Cycles – Is liquidity expanding or contracting? Rate cuts, QE, and fiscal stimulus create tailwinds for risk assets. On the flip side, rate hikes and QT shrink the pool of available capital, favoring defensive plays.
Sector Rotation – Different sectors outperform at different stages of the economic cycle. If capital is flowing into AI and semiconductors, I want exposure. If defensive sectors like healthcare are leading, I adjust accordingly.
Example: In late 2023, I saw a major shift in capital flow toward tech and AI stocks as the Fed signaled a pause in rate hikes. I adjusted my screeners to prioritize semiconductor plays, which led me to NVDA at $42—fast forward, and it shot past $100+ in months.
Right now, I’m watching for the next major shift. Are we potentially heading into a QE environment later this year? If so, growth stocks with smaller marketcap should be next.
How do you incorporate macro into your investing? Drop your thoughts below.
Without further ado let’s dig into the screeners 🔥
1. The Universe Scan – Filtering for the Best Growth Stocks
I run this scan daily to build my universe of stocks. It narrows down the market to companies with exceptional growth potential, solid fundamentals, and strong price action.
Example: This scan led me to CELH in April 2023 at around $29 before it did a 3X in less than a year.
Descriptive Filters:
Market Cap: Over $300M
Average Volume: 200K+
Price: $10+
Fundamental Filters:
EPS Growth This Year: 20%+
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Universe Scan
Watchlist Scan
“Long-Term Explosive Growth” Scan
CANSLIM Scan
“New Highs” Scan