7.5What is a bearish candle?
1What is it?
A bearish candle (usually red) closes lower than it opened. Sellers won that period.
2Why does it exist?
A long red candle shows strong selling pressure.
3Diagram
4Quick revision
- Red = close < open.
- Long red body = strong selling.
5Knowledge check
Q1. Open ₹200, close ₹190. Type?Show answer
Bearish.
Q2. Can a red candle close above yesterday’s close?Show answer
Yes, if it opened even higher (gap up) and fell during the day.
Q3. Usual colour?Show answer
Red (or black/filled).