Here's a day trading strategy that works to capture moves like this: Find a stock that is gapping up on good news (like a better than expected earnings report). Wait 15 minutes after the market's open, and note the stock's price at that time. Put in a limit order to buy the stock at that price. If your order is not executed in the next 15 minutes, cancel your order and walk away. If your order is filled, hold on to the stock for the rest of the trading day, and then take profits a