What is a Japanese Candlestick? A Japanese candlestick chart displays a security's opening, closing, high and low prices for a given period. The central part of the candlestick, or the body, ...

Here’s our rundown of the 18 Japanese candlestick patterns you need to know, plus a cheat sheet reference guide to help you spot opportunities as soon as they arise. A Japanese candlestick is a type ...

The origins of candlestick charting can be traced to the rice futures markets of 18th-century Japan. A merchant and trader named Honma Munehisa from the town of Sakata is widely credited as the father ...