Candlestick Patterns

Body vs Wick Logic

"Identifying progress vs failure."

Body vs Wick Logic

The Body represents successful price progress during the period. The Wick (Shadow) represents price areas that were reached but quickly rejected.

Long wicks at the top of a candle mean sellers are entering. Long wicks at the bottom mean buyers are entering.

Published: Feb 2026Written By: Editorial Team

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