Is the Bear Flag pattern bullish or bearish?

The Bear Flag is classified as a bearish continuation pattern. It typically signals a potential downward price movement.

How reliable is the Bear Flag pattern?

TradingPatterns.io tracks the historical win rate of every Bear Flag detection across multiple timeframes. Visit the pattern page to see current win rates and confidence scores based on real market data.

How do I trade the Bear Flag pattern?

Wait for the Bear Flag pattern to be confirmed with a breakout above resistance (bullish) or below support (bearish). Use the measured move technique to set price targets, and place a stop loss on the opposite side of the pattern. Volume confirmation increases reliability.

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Bear Flag

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A bearish continuation pattern: a sharp downward move (flagpole) followed by a brief upward-sloping consolidation (flag).

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Win Rates

Timeframe	Win rate	Sample	Won / Lost	Avg return	Expectancy
1d1Y	21.4%	3,929	842 / 3,087	—	—
1h1Y	27.9%	871	243 / 628	—	—
1w1Y	30.5%	1,633	498 / 1,135	—	—
4h1Y	21.2%	2,242	475 / 1,767	—	—

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About This Pattern

A bearish continuation pattern: a sharp downward move (flagpole) followed by a brief upward-sloping consolidation (flag). Breakdown continues the downtrend.