Week 1 Learning Guide: Top 5 Candle Patterns
Candlestick patterns are visual price signals that help traders make better entry and exit decisions. They
reflect trader psychology - whether buyers or sellers are in control.
Top 5 Patterns:
Hammer:
Bullish reversal at the bottom of a downtrend. Small body, long lower wick. Signals buyer strength.
Shooting Star:
Bearish reversal at the top of an uptrend. Small body, long upper wick. Signals potential sell-off.
Engulfing:
Strong reversal pattern. Bullish if green candle completely covers red (and vice versa). Volume adds
confidence.
Doji:
Indecision candle. Open and close prices are nearly the same. Often leads to reversal when near
resistance/support.
Marubozu:
Full-body candle with no wicks. Indicates strong conviction. Green = bullish; Red = bearish.
Quick Tip:
Use these patterns near support/resistance zones. Always confirm with volume and trend. They are most
powerful when aligned with overall trend direction.