Kicking Bullish Complete Guide
What is Kicking Bullish?
The Bullish Kicking pattern is a powerful two-candle technical formation that signals a violent and immediate shift in market sentiment. Visually, it consists of two Marubozu candles of opposite colors separated by a price gap. The first bar is a Black (or Red) Marubozu, characterized by a long real body with little to no shadows, indicating strong selling pressure. The second bar is a White (or Green) Marubozu that gaps significantly higher, opening at or above the opening price of the previous day and moving further upward. This 'kick' represents a complete rejection of the previous bearishness, often triggered by surprise news or a fundamental shift in valuation. According to Steve Nison, the father of modern candlestick charting, the Kicking pattern is one of the most potent signals because it shows the market's direction has been forcefully shoved in a new direction. Thomas Bulkowski, in his 'Encyclopedia of Candlestick Charts,' ranks the Bullish Kicking as one of the best-performing patterns. His data suggests that while the pattern is rare, it acts as a bullish reversal 53% of the time in a bear market and a bullish continuation 71% of the time in a bull market. Volume typically surges on the second day, confirming the conviction of the buyers. Because the pattern is so aggressive, it often leads to a sustained rally, though its rarity means traders must be vigilant to identify it correctly without confusing it with less powerful gap patterns.
Identification Rules
- The first candle must be a Black (Bearish) Marubozu with a long body and minimal shadows.
- The second candle must be a White (Bullish) Marubozu with a long body and minimal shadows.
- A gap up must occur between the first and second candles.
- The second candle's opening price must be at or above the opening price of the first candle.
References
- Thomas N. Bulkowski (2005). Encyclopedia of Chart Patterns.
- Steve Nison (2001). Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques.
FAQ
How reliable is the Bullish Kicking pattern?
It is considered one of the most reliable patterns. Bulkowski's research indicates it has a high overall performance rank, often leading to significant price moves due to the extreme shift in momentum.
What is the difference between Kicking and Separating Lines?
In Bullish Separating Lines, the first candle is bearish but the trend is already bullish. In Bullish Kicking, the first candle reinforces a bearish sentiment that is then violently reversed by the second candle.
Does volume matter for this pattern?
Yes, high volume on the second (bullish) candle significantly increases the pattern's reliability, as it confirms that institutional buyers are driving the 'kick'.
Where should a stop-loss be placed?
A common technical placement for a stop-loss is below the low of the first (bearish) candle in the pattern.
Is this pattern common in daily charts?
No, the Bullish Kicking is relatively rare because it requires a specific gap and two Marubozu candles, making it a high-conviction signal when it does appear.
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