What is a Candlestick Chart?

1/8/2025, 3:20:31 AM
A candlestick chart is a tool used in technical analysis to track price movements in commodities or financial markets. It consists of four key prices: the opening price, closing price, highest price, and lowest price, forming a candle-like shape. The chart visually displays market trends, buying and selling pressure, and price fluctuations, helping investors quickly understand market conditions. Different colors represent price increases or decreases, while the shape of the candlestick reflects market sentiment. Although a candlestick chart is a powerful tool, it has limitations and should be used alongside other analysis methods for more comprehensive investment decisions.
Author: Sonia
Translator: Sonia
Reviewer(s): Edward、Piccolo
Translation Reviewer(s): Ashely、Joyce
* The information is not intended to be and does not constitute financial advice or any other recommendation of any sort offered or endorsed by Gate.
* This article may not be reproduced, transmitted or copied without referencing Gate. Contravention is an infringement of Copyright Act and may be subject to legal action.

Share

Crypto Calendar

Token unlock
Optimism (OP) will unlock approximately 116 million Tokens on September 21 at 8:00, valued at about 93.4 million USD, which is 6.89% of the current Circulating Supply.
OP
-0.87%
2025-09-21
Project Updates
The deadline for claiming the SNS Airdrop from the Solana domain service provider sns.sol (formerly Bonfida) is September 21.
SNS
2.95%
2025-09-21
Seoul Meetup
Pocket Network will conduct a developer session during Korea Blockchain Week in Seoul, on September 22nd.
POKT
5.34%
2025-09-21
Solana Oriental 2025 in Seoul
Jito reports the upcoming Solana Oriental 2025 conference, scheduled for September 22nd in Seoul, co-hosted by Fragmetric and the Solana Foundation. The program begins at 05:00 UTC and is expected to conclude at 15:00 UTC the same day, featuring a panel discussion titled “IBRL, IBRL, and IBRL: How to Push Solana Beyond Its Limits”.
JTO
0.29%
2025-09-21
Seoul Meetup
Sophon is launching its “Proof of Lifestyle” Data Arcade experience during Korea Blockchain Week (KBW) on September 22 in Seoul. The event aims to highlight user empowerment in the digital economy, offering attendees premium drinks, exclusive merchandise, and VIP access in exchange for their personal data. Sophon promotes the idea of reclaiming value from the data users already generate daily across apps and platforms.
SOPH
2025-09-21

Related Articles

Exploring 8 Major DEX Aggregators: Engines Driving Efficiency and Liquidity in the Crypto Market
Beginner

Exploring 8 Major DEX Aggregators: Engines Driving Efficiency and Liquidity in the Crypto Market

DEX aggregators integrate order data, price information, and liquidity pools from multiple decentralized exchanges, helping users find the optimal trading path in the shortest time. This article delves into 8 commonly used DEX aggregators, highlighting their unique features and routing algorithms.
10/21/2024, 11:44:22 AM
What Is Copy Trading And How To Use It?
Beginner

What Is Copy Trading And How To Use It?

Copy Trading, as the most profitable trading model, not only saves time but also effectively reduces losses and avoids man-made oversights.
11/10/2023, 7:15:23 AM
How to Do Your Own Research (DYOR)?
Beginner

How to Do Your Own Research (DYOR)?

"Research means that you don’t know, but are willing to find out." - Charles F. Kettering.
12/15/2022, 9:56:17 AM
What Is Technical Analysis?
Beginner

What Is Technical Analysis?

Learn from the past - To explore the law of price movements and the wealth code in the ever-changing market.
11/21/2022, 10:17:27 AM
What Is Fundamental Analysis?
Intermediate

What Is Fundamental Analysis?

Suitable indicators and tools combined with crypto news make up the best possible fundamental analysis for decision-making
8/12/2025, 10:42:08 AM
What Are Altcoins?
Beginner

What Are Altcoins?

An altcoin is also known as a Bitcoin Alternative or Alternative Cryptocoin, which refers to all cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. Most of the cryptocurrencies in the early stage were created through forking (copying Bitcoin codes).
11/21/2022, 8:49:07 AM
Start Now
Sign up and get a
$100
Voucher!