Single-candle pattern · bearish bias
Bearish Marubozu candlestick pattern
A bearish marubozu is a large red candle with little or no wick at either end. Price opened at the high and closed at the low, showing sellers in control for the whole session.
How to identify it
- A large red body compared with recent candles.
- No or almost no wicks.
Where it matters: Can appear anywhere; most notable when it breaks support or reverses an advance.
What it means
Strong, one-sided selling.
What confirms it
Follow-through lower, or price failing to recover above the midpoint.
What invalidates it
A close back above the marubozu's open.
Common mistakes
- Selling late, after the marubozu has already moved price far from any level.
Frequently asked questions
Is a bearish marubozu bearish?
Yes. It records dominant selling for that session.
Does it always lead to more downside?
No. Strong candles are often followed by pauses or partial retracements.
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