Even if you haven’t seen Hitchcock’s The Birds, I wouldn’t be surprised if the sight of two black crows circling overhead alarmed you. Crows are an omen, some believe—a portent of evil. Both in everyday life and in the world of Japanese candlesticks, they foreshadow bad news on the horizon. We’ve already discussed Three Black Crows, but even two crows can have a big impact. Enter the Upside Gap Two Crows candlestick pattern. A bearish reversal pattern, the Upside Gap Two Crows builds over three days and signals the start of a downtrend. Without feathers or beaks, how will you spot this pattern and understand its implications? Let’s find out . . .
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What would you like—PB&J, grilled cheese, French dip, caprese, muffuletta, BLT . . . ? Or how about a Stick Sandwich? No, it’s not as appetizing as your other options, but the Stick Sandwich is the only sandwich to boast an important role within the world of Japanese candlesticks. Formed by three candles, the Stick Sandwich candlestick pattern can have both bullish and bearish implications, depending on the colors of the candlesticks. If you aren’t quite ready to add this candlestick pattern to your menu, scroll down to learn what the Stick Sandwich looks like and what it means for interested investors.
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