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How do I trade the
Flag stock chart pattern?

The flag stock chart pattern is a continuation pattern. This formation appears during either a bullish or bearish trend. The stock is advancing or declining strongly, and stalls temporarily before regaining its momentum. The pattern slopes in the opposite direction of the trending stock. The price is contained between two parallel trend lines. This is a very common pattern, found in all time frames.Look at the chart below.



This stock is in a downtrend and pauses for a short rally before continuing the downtrend. Notice how the price stays within the parallel trend lines.

This pattern is useful in different ways. It may be used to indicate that the trader should hold his position, because the stock will continue its trend after a short pause. If it appears in a longer time frame, you could sell and enter again when the trend resumes. You might have missed the previous run and use this pattern as your entry point.

Stock Investment Guide

This pattern is a must! Study the charts and learn to spot these gems. If you are new to all of this and just learning how to invest in stock make learning stock chart patterns a priority. Learn about stock market trading and educate yourself before you invest your money. You will be glad you did.
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