Although modernized in the late 1800s by journalist Charles Dow, the core principles of candlestick charting remain intact today.
In other words, all known information is reflected in the price, which is precisely displayed in the candlestick.
The “open” of a candlestick represents the price of an asset when the trading period begins whereas the “close” represents the price when the period has concluded.
The “high” and the “low” represent the highest and lowest prices achieved during the same trading session.
Three of the most useful candlesticks for identifying a potential trend change or for gauging market sentiment are the “doji,” “hammer” and “shooting star.”
The Bitcoin-silver price ratio highlights the ongoing tug-of-war between digital scarcity and traditional hard assets. While it should not be used in isolation, it provides critical insight into how capital is rotating beneath the surface.
Bitcoin price remains locked in a tight range between $80,000 and $90,000 as liquidity builds on both sides, increasing the likelihood of a sharp breakout once the balance breaks.
XRP price trades near critical $1.80 support as bullish momentum fades, increasing downside risk and raising the possibility of a capitulation move toward lower liquidity zones.