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Tutorial 08 · 4 min
How to compare seasonal patterns
The Compare tool puts two stocks side by side so you can see which has the stronger or more reliable seasonal behaviour for a given period.
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AAPL
Best pattern +3.7%
80% win rate
MSFT
Best pattern +5.4%
90% win rate
- 1Stock A — its strongest seasonal pattern.
- 2Stock B — compared side by side.
Real-world example
Compare AAPL vs MSFT. You instantly see each stock’s strongest pattern, win rates, and returns next to each other — making it easy to decide which seasonal setup is more compelling.
Step-by-step
- 1Open the Compare page (a Premium feature).
- 2Enter two tickers — e.g. AAPL and MSFT.
- 3Set your shared criteria (years, min return, min win rate, window).
- 4Review the two columns side by side: strongest pattern, win rate, return, annualized.
What to expect & how to read it
Two aligned columns let you judge, at a glance, which stock has the stronger seasonal edge for the period you care about.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ✕ Comparing very different holding periods — keep the window the same for a fair comparison.
- ✕ Comparing on return alone — also weigh win rate and consistency.
Tips for beginners
- ✓ Great for choosing between two similar stocks in the same sector.
- ✓ Pair it with the watchlist: compare two names you’re already tracking.