High RSI (Overbought) Stocks
200 stocks · Updated May 9, 2026
Stocks with RSI above 70 are technically overbought — the 14-day Relative Strength Index has reached levels historically associated with near-term price exhaustion and potential pullbacks. However, in strongly trending stocks, RSI can remain overbought for extended periods without meaningful reversal. The RSI overbought signal is most useful as a risk management tool for position sizing and stop placement rather than a primary sell trigger.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is RSI and how is it calculated?
RSI (Relative Strength Index) measures the speed and magnitude of recent price changes. It's calculated from average gains vs. average losses over a period (typically 14 days). Reading above 70 is overbought; below 30 is oversold.
Is RSI above 70 a sell signal?
Not automatically — strongly trending stocks can sustain RSI above 70 for months. RSI overbought is best used with other signals: if RSI is 80+ while price makes a new high but RSI doesn't (divergence), that bearish divergence is a stronger sell signal.
What is RSI divergence and why does it matter?
Bearish divergence occurs when price makes a new high but RSI makes a lower high — momentum is weakening even as price rises. This divergence often precedes meaningful price reversals and is more actionable than an absolute RSI level.
In what market conditions is RSI most useful?
RSI works best in range-bound markets where overbought/oversold levels predict reversals. In strong trends, RSI can remain at extremes for months. Adjusting the RSI thresholds (using 80/20 instead of 70/30) in trending markets reduces false signals.