The Piercing Line is a two-candle reversal pattern in candlestick analysis that typically appears at the end of a downtrend, indicating a possible shift toward an upward movement. The pattern is sometimes referred to as the Piercing pattern. Trading the Piercing Line pattern involves making decisions against the prevailing trend, which carries higher risks. This article […]
The hammer pattern in candlestick analysis is a candle with a narrow body and a long lower shadow. It is believed that a proper hammer appears after a downtrend and indicates the end of selling pressure and the start of buying activity. In other words, it signals a trend reversal from downward to upward. However, […]
Wolfe Waves are a trading pattern developed by Bill Wolfe. This article provides a comprehensive guide to trading using this chart pattern. Read more: How Wolfe Waves Work Identifying Wolfe Waves on a Chart Wolfe Wave Indicator How to Trade Wolfe Waves: General Rules Examples on Charts Trend Trading Trading Trend Reversals What Is the […]
The megaphone pattern is a chart formation that looks like an expanding triangle. It appears on the charts of stocks, currency pairs, or other financial instruments, and is characterized by widening boundaries where the highs and lows move in opposite directions, forming a shape similar to a megaphone. Read more: Examples of the Megaphone Pattern […]
In trading, an inside bar is a pattern where a candle is fully contained within the range of the previous candle (bar). The high is lower than the previous bar’s high, and the low is higher than the previous bar’s low. Low of the previous bar < Low and High of the current bar < […]
The Shooting Star pattern in candlestick analysis is a candle with a small body and a long upper shadow. Traditionally, a well-formed Shooting Star appears after a strong uptrend. The pattern should be seen as a signal that the trend may be reversing from bullish to bearish. It indicates a weakening of buying pressure and […]
A bull trap is a market scenario with a deceptive price increase. Traders start buying the asset, expecting the uptrend to continue, but the price soon reverses and begins to fall. As a result, those caught in the trap end up closing their positions at a loss. Bull traps are common across all markets and […]
Level breakouts are a widely recognized concept in technical analysis, and even beginner traders are familiar with it. However, in practice, this strategy does not always work correctly: there is a risk of buying highs and selling lows, as many level breakout signals are false. In this practical article, we will try to give traders […]
Parallel channels are an underrated pattern of technical analysis. When used with instruments for analyzing exchange volumes, parallel channels can become the basis for developing an effective trading strategy. Read more: What parallel channels are Why they work. Examples on history Advantages and disadvantages How to improve parallel channel trading with ATAS Tips for beginner […]