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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, plus 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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