Their predictive power is limited mostly to the short term, and they are most useful to swing traders. Relying solely on candlestick patterns can lead to misinterpretations and suboptimal decision ...

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Understanding how to read a candlestick chart can be a real asset during your investment journey. With that in mind, we'll ...