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Head and Shoulders

Chart

The most famous bearish reversal pattern. Three peaks with middle peak (head) higher than two shoulders. Neckline break confirms.

Success Probability:
88%

Pattern Visualization

How to Identify

Trading Tips

Very reliable reversal. Short on neckline break. Stop above right shoulder. Target = neckline - head height.

The most famous bearish reversal pattern. Three peaks with middle peak (head) higher than two shoulders. Neckline break confirms.

Trading Strategy

Very reliable reversal. Short on neckline break. Stop above right shoulder. Target = neckline - head height.

How to Identify

Risk Management

With a 88% success probability, this pattern offers excellent reliability for trading decisions. Consider using larger position sizes within your risk parameters.