Three black crows is three consecutive long red candles, each closing lower. It reflects sustained selling pressure and often confirms a move to the downside.
It is a strong bearish signal, particularly after an uptrend or at resistance.
▶ Practice the Three Black Crows pattern free →Longs should treat it as an exit signal. Chasing a short after a big move is risky — wait for structure and use a stop-loss.
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