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Harami Cross

Master the institutional mechanics and behavioral psychology of the Harami Cross structure.

Technical Definition

A two-candle reversal pattern where a large trend candle is followed by a Doji completely contained within its body, representing strong indecision.

Core Mechanic

The market was moving strongly in one direction, and suddenly it completely lost momentum. The Harami Cross represents a sharper and more meaningful pause than a regular Harami, because the second candle reflects pure indecision.

Expert Insight

Momentum collapsed completely.

NatureReversal (context-dependent)
Market BiasNeutral → Bullish or Bearish (depends on prior trend)
FamilyTwo-Candlestick Pattern

Market Psychology

Before the Pattern

Trend

Market trending strongly One side confident Participation is directional

First Candle

Peak

Trend continues decisively Confidence peaks Late participants enter

Second Candle (Doji)

Shock

Both sides hesitate Balance occurs Volatility contracts sharply

After Pattern

Doubt

Dominant side doubts Opposing side gains confidence Market prepares for change

Pattern Anatomy

Pattern Blueprint
1

First Candle (Trend Candle)

Large real body, represents strong directional control.

2

Second Candle (Doji)

Open ≈ Close, very small or no body, entire candle inside first body.

3

Size Contrast

Sharp difference highlights momentum collapse.

"Strong momentum existed, that momentum suddenly disappeared, neither buyers nor sellers could take control, and the market enters a decision-making phase. This contrast gives the pattern its importance."

Pattern Rules

Identification Guide
1

Appears after a strong trend

Reversal context is required.

2

First candle has large real body

Shows strong momentum.

3

Second candle is a Doji

Shows complete indecision.

4

Doji's range fully contained within first body

Demonstrates momentum collapse.

5

Clear contrast between candle sizes

Emphasizes the dramatic shift.

Signal Confirmation

  • The next candle's direction
  • Breakout above or below the Doji range
  • Confluence with support or resistance
  • Trend exhaustion signals

Common Mistakes

Caution:The prior trend is extremely strong
Caution:Indecision resolves in favor of original trend
Caution:It appears far from key price levels
Caution:Traders expect instant reversal

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