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Continuation Pattern
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Continuation Pattern
In technical analysis, a temporary deviation from a previous trend that signals that it will soon begin to follow that trend again. Continuation patterns are most accurate in the medium term (one to three months). Common continuation patterns include widgets, triangles, and flags.


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As their name suggests, continuation patterns deal with whether a trend is likely to continue.
Triangles are typically continuation patterns, so a downside break seems more probable.
These two short-term continuation patterns mark brief pauses, or resting periods, during dynamic market trends.
 
 
 
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