What is a Bearish Marubozu Candlestick?
A Bearish Marubozu is a single, full-bodied red candle.
It has no upper or lower wick/shadow.
Open = High, Close = Low.
This means sellers were in control from the beginning to the end of the session.
It shows strong bearish momentum and is often a sign of a downtrend or reversal.
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Strategy to Use:
1. Trend Reversal Signal:
If the market is in an uptrend and a Bearish Marubozu appears, it can signal a potential reversal.
Indicates that buyers are losing strength and sellers are taking over.
2. Trend Continuation Signal:
In a downtrend, this candle confirms that bearish pressure is still strong and the trend may continue.
3. Wait for Confirmation:
Don’t act on the candle alone.
Wait for the next candle to confirm — if it also closes lower, it increases the probability of a successful trade.
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Entry & Exit Points:
Entry (Sell/Short):
Enter a short position if the next candle opens lower or breaks below the Marubozu’s close.
Or use a breakdown of a nearby support level for entry.
Stop-Loss:
Place the stop-loss just above the open of the Marubozu candle.
Exit (Target):
Set a target at the next major support zone.
You can also use Fibonacci levels or previous swing lows.
Alternatively, use a trailing stop-loss to maximize profits as the price falls.