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Three candlesBearishReliability: high
Evening Star
Also known as: Evening Star Pattern
Three candles: large green, a small candle (the star) gapping up, a large red. A strong bearish reversal pattern at the end of an uptrend.
What it looks like
First the rising green candle, then the small star candle, then a red candle closing deep into the green body.
What it means
Buying pressure → stalemate → sellers take over. The classic three-act of a top.
How it is traded
Short entry at the close of the third candle; stop above the star candle's high.
Where & when – and the limits
Reliable at resistance after an uptrend. The bullish counterpart is the Morning Star.
Related patterns
Education, not investment advice. Candlestick patterns are hints, not guarantees – they need confirmation and context (trend, levels, volume). Always manage risk with stop-loss and position size.
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