Doji Complete Guide

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What is Doji?

El Doji es un patrón de velas japonesas con un sesgo neutral. Requiere al menos 1 vela para formarse. Este patrón es ampliamente reconocido en el análisis técnico y se puede encontrar en todos los mercados y marcos temporales.

Doji pattern illustration

Identification Rules

  1. La vela debe tener un cuerpo real pequeño, lo que indica que los precios de apertura y cierre están muy cerca uno del otro.
  2. Las sombras superior e inferior pueden variar en longitud, pero deben estar presentes.
  3. The prior trend should be established (either uptrend or downtrend) for the Doji to be meaningful as a potential reversal signal.
  4. Confirmation is needed from subsequent candlesticks to validate the Doji's signal. For example, a bullish confirmation after a Doji in a downtrend would be a strong upward move.

Historical Win Rate Statistics

US

Total Occurrences376
T+5 Win Rate50.3%
T+20 Win Rate56.6%
T+20 Avg Return42.17%

Recent Cases

SymbolDateT+20 Return
AMZN2026-04-0118.68%
NVDA2026-04-0113.73%
AMZN2026-03-2517.62%
AAPL2026-03-205.04%
AAPL2026-03-193.99%
NVDA2026-03-16-3.18%
MSFT2026-03-11-8.57%
NVDA2026-03-11-6.25%
AMZN2026-03-10-6.24%
MSFT2026-03-06-10.51%

References

  • Thomas N. Bulkowski (2005). Encyclopedia of Chart Patterns.
  • Steve Nison (2001). Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques.

FAQ

How reliable is a Doji pattern as a reversal signal?

The reliability of a Doji varies depending on the market context, the preceding trend, and confirmation from subsequent candlesticks. According to Bulkowski, Dojis act as reversal indicators roughly 50% of the time. Confirmation is crucial.

What does a Doji with long shadows indicate?

A Doji with long shadows (a Long-Legged Doji) suggests a greater degree of indecision and volatility during the trading period. The price moved significantly in both directions but ultimately closed near the opening price.

How does volume affect the interpretation of a Doji?

Un doji con un volumen alto sugiere que la indecisión está acompañada de una participación significativa del mercado, lo que hace que la señal sea potencialmente más fiable. Un doji con un volumen bajo puede ser menos significativo.

What is the difference between a Dragonfly Doji and a Gravestone Doji?

A Dragonfly Doji forms when the opening, high, and closing prices are all near the high of the day, creating a long lower shadow. It's often seen as a bullish reversal signal. A Gravestone Doji forms when the opening, low, and closing prices are all near the low of the day, creating a long upper shadow. It's often seen as a bearish reversal signal.

Should I trade based solely on a Doji pattern?

No, it's generally not recommended to trade solely based on a Doji pattern. Dojis are best used in conjunction with other technical indicators, chart patterns, and an understanding of the overall market context. Confirmation from subsequent price action is essential.

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Reviewed by KlineVision Research Team, CFA Charterholder, 10+ years quantitative research· 23 abr 2026

Parts of this page (FAQ, introductions) are AI-assisted. Core data and statistics are algorithmically computed. All pattern definitions are human-reviewed.

Data source: EODHD · Last updated: 23 abr 2026

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