ReversalIntermediate Bearish
Head & Shoulders
Most reliable reversal pattern, often signaling the end of an uptrend.
Best timeframes: Daily and weekly charts work best.
Historical success profile72%
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StocksForexCryptoIndices
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Chart Patterns Playbook
Learn 10 high-utility chart patterns used by traders across stocks, crypto, forex, and indices. Use these as educational frameworks to build disciplined trade plans and improve your chart-reading process.
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ReversalBeginner Bearish
Double Top
Common in stocks after earnings run-ups when momentum fades.
Historical success profile68%
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StocksForexCrypto
ReversalBeginner Bullish
Double Bottom
Often marks capitulation in downtrends and buyer re-entry.
Historical success profile70%
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StocksCryptoCommoditiesForex
ContinuationIntermediate Bullish
Bull Flag
Very common in crypto and momentum stocks during strong rallies.
Historical success profile75%
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CryptoStocksIndices
ContinuationAdvanced Bullish
Cup & Handle
William O'Neil's favorite pattern and a classic breakout setup.
Historical success profile65%
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StocksETFsCrypto
ConsolidationIntermediate Mixed Bias
Triangle (Symmetrical / Ascending / Descending)
Compression pattern that often appears before high-volatility moves.
Historical success profile60%
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ForexCryptoStocksIndices
ContinuationIntermediate Bearish
Bear Flag
Mirror of the bull flag, frequently seen in sustained bear markets.
Historical success profile72%
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CryptoStocksIndices
ReversalIntermediate Mixed Bias
Wedge (Rising / Falling)
Rising wedge tends bearish; falling wedge tends bullish near exhaustion zones.
Historical success profile68%
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ForexStocksCryptoCommodities
ConsolidationBeginner Neutral
Rectangle / Range
Sideways markets where traders either fade extremes or trade the breakout.
Historical success profile55%
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ForexIndicesStocksCrypto
ReversalIntermediate Bullish
Inverted Head & Shoulders
Signals the end of a downtrend and often precedes recovery rallies.
Historical success profile70%
Applicable Markets
StocksCryptoForexIndices
Pattern Types
Reversal
Suggests the current trend is weakening and may flip direction. Confirm with volume, neckline breaks, and invalidation levels.
Continuation
Indicates a pause during a strong move before the trend continues. Best used with momentum and trend context.
Consolidation
Reflects equilibrium between buyers and sellers. These zones often resolve into breakouts or breakdowns.
How to Spot Patterns
- Start with market structure: identify trend direction first, then locate potential pattern zones.
- Wait for confirmation: breakout/breakdown plus volume expansion improves reliability.
- Define invalidation: every pattern should have a clear level that proves your thesis wrong.
- Use multiple timeframes: validate the setup on higher timeframes and refine entries on lower ones.
- Backtest and journal: measure which patterns fit your market, risk tolerance, and execution style.
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