Hanging Man
Also known as: Hanging Man candle
Small body on top with a long lower wick, after an uptrend. A first sign that sellers are stepping in – a bearish warning.
What it looks like
Long lower wick, small body on top – identical in shape to the hammer, but at the end of an uptrend.
What it means
In the middle of an uptrend strong selling appeared; the fact it was bought back doesn't change that sellers showed up for the first time.
How it is traded
Needs a red follow-up candle for confirmation; stop above the candle's high.
Where & when – and the limits
Only bearish after an uptrend. A weak signal without confirmation – many hanging men fizzle out.
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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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