Technical Analysis · Indecision
Doji
A Doji is a candle where the open and close prices are equal or nearly equal, producing little to no real body — a visual sign that buyers and sellers reached a standoff during the session.
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Category
Indecision
Signal
Wait
Reliability
★★★★★
Candles Involved
1
What does it signal?
Neither buyers nor sellers gained control during the session. On its own it's neutral, but a Doji after a strong trend often warns that momentum is stalling.
How to identify a Doji
- Open and close are virtually the same price.
- Body appears as a thin line or cross, with wicks of varying length above and below.
How to trade a Doji
- Treat a standalone Doji as a caution flag, not a trade signal — watch the next candle for direction.
- Its significance increases sharply after an extended trend or near key support/resistance levels.
Educational only — not financial advice. Combine any candlestick pattern with broader market context, risk management, and your own trading plan.
FAQ
Common questions
Neither by itself — a Doji signals indecision. Its implication depends on the trend it appears in and the candle that follows it.
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