Rising Wedge Pattern
The rising wedge is typically a bearish pattern where price makes higher highs and higher lows, but the slope of the highs is less steep than the slope of the lows. This shows buying momentum weakening.
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Trading Tips
- ✓Wait for breakdown below lower trendline
- ✓Volume should increase on breakdown
- ✓Set stop-loss above recent swing high
- ✓Pattern is bearish regardless of prior trend
Signal Strength & Reliability
Rising wedges are bearish about 65-70% of the time. They show that despite making higher highs, momentum is waning. The pattern is reliable both as a reversal pattern in uptrends and as a continuation in downtrends.
Rising Wedge FAQs
Common questions about the rising wedge pattern
Rising wedges are typically bearish patterns about 65-70% of the time. The converging trendlines with weakening momentum usually lead to a downward break. However, always wait for the actual breakdown before trading.
In an ascending triangle, the upper line is horizontal (flat resistance). In a rising wedge, both lines slope upward with converging angles. Ascending triangles are typically bullish; rising wedges are typically bearish.
Rising wedges form when buyers push prices higher but with decreasing momentum. Each push up is weaker than the last, shown by the converging trendlines. Eventually, buyers exhaust themselves and sellers take control.
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Disclaimer: Charted provides technical analysis for educational purposes only. This is not financial advice. All trading involves risk. Always consult a licensed financial professional before making investment decisions.
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