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Bear Flag

Chart

A bearish continuation pattern with a strong downward move (flagpole) followed by a rectangular consolidation (flag) sloping slightly up.

Success Probability:

83%

Pattern Visualization

How to Identify

Sharp decline forms flagpole
Rectangular consolidation drifts higher
Parallel trendlines form flag
Breakdown below flag resumes downtrend

Trading Tips

Strong continuation. Short on flag breakdown. Stop above flag. Subtract flagpole length from entry for target.

A bearish continuation pattern with a strong downward move (flagpole) followed by a rectangular consolidation (flag) sloping slightly up.

Trading Strategy

Strong continuation. Short on flag breakdown. Stop above flag. Subtract flagpole length from entry for target.

How to Identify

Sharp decline forms flagpole
Rectangular consolidation drifts higher
Parallel trendlines form flag
Breakdown below flag resumes downtrend

Risk Management

With a 83% success probability, this pattern offers strong reliability for trading decisions. Maintain standard position sizing.