Bearish Gartley (XABCD)
Definition
The mirrored 'W-with-a-tail' harmonic — D completes near 78.6% of XA below X's high.
Psychology
A zig-zag that stalls just under the old high — sellers defend it.
Real-life analogy
💡 A ball thrown almost back to the roof — gravity wins at the last metre.
Expected direction
down
Entry / Stop / Target
Entry: In the D-zone with a bearish reversal candle. · Stop: Above X. · Target: C first, then A.
Historical behaviour
Mirror of the bullish Gartley.
Illustrative success rate
~65-70% at valid PRZs · Medium reliability
Common beginner mistakes
- • Ignoring the X-level invalidation
Quick quiz — did you understand?
1. Is the Bearish Gartley (XABCD) generally considered bullish, bearish, or neutral?
2. After a confirmed Bearish Gartley (XABCD), the expected direction is usually:
3. Which is a common beginner mistake with the Bearish Gartley (XABCD)?
Educational and probability-based analysis only. This is not financial advice and not a prediction of real market outcomes.