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Pattern Detail
Bearish Dark Cloud Cover
Two-candle bearish reversal: a down candle opens above a prior up candle but closes back below the middle of its body.
Shown only on the markets where this pattern occurs.
Limited sample (68). Directional at best.
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
48.5%
Not reliable
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 40.7% for a random short entry (+7.8 pts).
Move size vs normal
3.32×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.22R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.05R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 48.5% of the time vs 40.7% for a random short entry. The 7.8-point gap is no bigger than the ±11.7-point margin of error you would get by chance from 68 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 48.5% | 40.7% | +7.8 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 32.4% | 27.7% | +4.6 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 19.1% | 19.8% | -0.7 |
| Stopped < 1R | 50.0% | 58.3% | -8.3 |
| Went sideways | 1.5% | 1.0% | +0.4 |
68 occurrences · 1,706,892 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
Limited sample (35). Directional at best.
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
42.9%
Not reliable
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 39.7% for a random short entry (+3.2 pts).
Move size vs normal
2.36×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.19R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.04R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 42.9% of the time vs 39.7% for a random short entry. The 3.2-point gap is no bigger than the ±16.2-point margin of error you would get by chance from 35 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 42.9% | 39.7% | +3.2 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 28.6% | 27.2% | +1.4 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 20.0% | 19.7% | +0.3 |
| Stopped < 1R | 57.1% | 59.0% | -1.9 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.3 |
35 occurrences · 354,524 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
64.3%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 39.2% for a random short entry (+25.1 pts).
Move size vs normal
2.26×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.79R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.04R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 64.3% of the time vs 39.2% for a random short entry. The 25.1-point gap is no bigger than the ±25.6-point margin of error you would get by chance from 14 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 14 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 64.3% | 39.2% | +25.1 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 57.1% | 27.2% | +30.0 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 35.7% | 20.3% | +15.5 |
| Stopped < 1R | 35.7% | 59.3% | -23.6 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.6 |
14 occurrences · 119,349 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
38.9%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.9% for a random short entry (-0.1 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.43×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.18R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.05R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 38.9% of the time vs 38.9% for a random short entry. The 0.1-point gap is no bigger than the ±22.5-point margin of error you would get by chance from 18 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 18 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 38.9% | 38.9% | -0.1 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 27.8% | 27.5% | +0.3 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 22.2% | 20.8% | +1.5 |
| Stopped < 1R | 61.1% | 59.9% | +1.2 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 1.1% | -1.1 |
18 occurrences · 59,789 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
33.3%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.4% for a random short entry (-5.1 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.29×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.13R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.05R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 33.3% of the time vs 38.4% for a random short entry. The 5.1-point gap is no bigger than the ±31.8-point margin of error you would get by chance from 9 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 9 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 33.3% | 38.4% | -5.1 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 22.2% | 27.5% | -5.3 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 22.2% | 21.2% | +1.0 |
| Stopped < 1R | 66.7% | 60.7% | +6.0 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.9 |
9 occurrences · 27,675 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
33.3%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.2% for a random short entry (-4.8 pts).
Move size vs normal
0.99×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. About normal.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.08R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.04R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 33.3% of the time vs 38.2% for a random short entry. The 4.8-point gap is no bigger than the ±22.4-point margin of error you would get by chance from 18 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 18 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 33.3% | 38.2% | -4.8 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 27.8% | 29.2% | -1.4 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 27.8% | 23.1% | +4.6 |
| Stopped < 1R | 66.7% | 61.6% | +5.1 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.2% | -0.2 |
18 occurrences · 4,539 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
42.9%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 36.5% for a random short entry (+6.3 pts).
Move size vs normal
0.80×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a quieter stretch.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.27R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 0.99R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 42.9% of the time vs 36.5% for a random short entry. The 6.3-point gap is no bigger than the ±20.6-point margin of error you would get by chance from 21 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 21 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 42.9% | 36.5% | +6.3 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 33.3% | 26.8% | +6.5 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 23.8% | 21.0% | +2.8 |
| Stopped < 1R | 57.1% | 63.1% | -5.9 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.4 |
21 occurrences · 4,681 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
46.3%
Not reliable
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.5% for a random short entry (+7.8 pts).
Move size vs normal
3.36×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.11R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 0.95R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 46.3% of the time vs 38.5% for a random short entry. The 7.8-point gap is no bigger than the ±9.2-point margin of error you would get by chance from 108 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 46.3% | 38.5% | +7.8 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 25.9% | 25.2% | +0.7 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 16.7% | 17.2% | -0.5 |
| Stopped < 1R | 53.7% | 60.5% | -6.8 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 1.1% | -1.1 |
108 occurrences · 1,599,351 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
Limited sample (53). Directional at best.
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
60.4%
Fragile
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.7% for a random short entry (+21.7 pts).
Move size vs normal
2.85×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.50R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.00R for a random short entry.
Summary
The 21.7-point gap over the 38.7% random-entry rate clears the ±13.1-point margin of error, but it has been fading over the sample. Treat with caution.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 60.4% | 38.7% | +21.7 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 41.5% | 26.0% | +15.5 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 22.6% | 18.6% | +4.1 |
| Stopped < 1R | 37.7% | 60.1% | -22.4 |
| Went sideways | 1.9% | 1.2% | +0.7 |
53 occurrences · 344,822 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
41.4%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.5% for a random short entry (+2.9 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.73×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.26R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.01R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 41.4% of the time vs 38.5% for a random short entry. The 2.9-point gap is no bigger than the ±17.7-point margin of error you would get by chance from 29 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 29 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 41.4% | 38.5% | +2.9 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 34.5% | 26.4% | +8.0 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 24.1% | 19.5% | +4.7 |
| Stopped < 1R | 55.2% | 60.0% | -4.9 |
| Went sideways | 3.4% | 1.4% | +2.0 |
29 occurrences · 117,604 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
Limited sample (32). Directional at best.
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
46.9%
Not reliable
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 38.9% for a random short entry (+8.0 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.23×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.32R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.03R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 46.9% of the time vs 38.9% for a random short entry. The 8.0-point gap is no bigger than the ±16.9-point margin of error you would get by chance from 32 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 46.9% | 38.9% | +8.0 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 34.4% | 27.3% | +7.1 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 34.4% | 20.4% | +14.0 |
| Stopped < 1R | 53.1% | 60.1% | -7.0 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 1.0% | -1.0 |
32 occurrences · 59,279 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
38.1%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 39.2% for a random short entry (-1.1 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.50×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a bigger move.
Typical room (20-bar)
0.75R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.05R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 38.1% of the time vs 39.2% for a random short entry. The 1.1-point gap is no bigger than the ±20.9-point margin of error you would get by chance from 21 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 21 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 38.1% | 39.2% | -1.1 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 4.8% | 28.2% | -23.4 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 4.8% | 21.6% | -16.9 |
| Stopped < 1R | 61.9% | 60.1% | +1.8 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.7 |
21 occurrences · 27,486 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
47.4%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 39.1% for a random short entry (+8.3 pts).
Move size vs normal
1.04×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. About normal.
Typical room (20-bar)
1.27R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.07R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 47.4% of the time vs 39.1% for a random short entry. The 8.3-point gap is no bigger than the ±21.9-point margin of error you would get by chance from 19 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 19 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 47.4% | 39.1% | +8.3 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 31.6% | 30.1% | +1.5 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 21.1% | 24.5% | -3.5 |
| Stopped < 1R | 52.6% | 60.5% | -7.9 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.4 |
19 occurrences · 4,520 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
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How to read this
Everything here is in R, the setup's own risk. 1R is the distance from the entry (the pattern's closing price) to where it would be proven wrong — its highest high over the 2 bars that form it. So "offered 2R" means price ran twice that distance in your favor at some point before the stop. It does not assume you took profit there: a target is a strategy choice.
Room offered (≥ 1R)
25.0%
Too few to trust
Offered at least 1× its risk before the stop, vs 37.6% for a random short entry (-12.6 pts).
Move size vs normal
0.74×
Realized range over the next 20 bars vs a random bar. Precedes a quieter stretch.
Typical room (20-bar)
0.97R
Average run in favor (capped at 3R), vs 1.02R for a random short entry.
Summary
Offered ≥1R 25.0% of the time vs 37.6% for a random short entry. The 12.6-point gap is no bigger than the ±27.4-point margin of error you would get by chance from 12 occurrences. Not a reliable edge.
Room offered, this setup vs a random short entry
Only 12 occurrences. The breakdown below is shown in full, but a sample this small is anecdotal, a hint, not a measured edge. That is usually a limit of available history, not a flaw in the pattern. For a firmer read, try a lower timeframe or a more active instrument.
| Outcome | This setup | Random entry | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered ≥ 1R | 25.0% | 37.6% | -12.6 |
| Offered ≥ 2R | 25.0% | 28.5% | -3.5 |
| Offered ≥ 3R | 16.7% | 21.9% | -5.2 |
| Stopped < 1R | 75.0% | 61.9% | +13.1 |
| Went sideways | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.5 |
12 occurrences · 4,671 random-entry controls · 20-bar horizon
A dark cloud cover is a two-candle top. A strong up candle runs with the trend, then the next candle gaps open above it and looks bullish for a moment, before sellers take control and push the close back down into the lower half of the first candle’s body. The higher open that fails is the tell. Buyers reached for more, got rejected, and gave back most of the prior gain.
Dark cloud cover is one of the major reversal patterns in Steve Nison’s Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques (1991), the bearish mirror of the piercing line.
How to spot it
- The market is rising into the pattern.
- The first candle is a strong up (green) candle.
- The second candle gaps open above the first.
- The second candle is a down (red) candle that closes below the midpoint of the first candle’s body.
- It closes above the first candle’s low, so it does not fully erase the prior bar.
The dashed box on the chart above marks the 2 candles on a real occurrence, with the advance before and the move after.
The psychology
Price has been climbing, and the first candle is a strong up bar that keeps buyers firmly in control. The next session gaps open even higher, so for a moment the advance looks like it is accelerating and the bulls have everything their way. Then the session turns against them. Sellers take the candle down and close it back inside the lower half of the first candle’s body.
That failed higher open is the tell traders watch for. Buyers reached for more, got the gap they wanted, and could not hold any of it. By the close, the session has given back most of the prior up candle’s gain, which after a steady rise is the first sign that demand is thinning and sellers are willing to lean in. The deeper the close pushes into the first body, the more decisive that rejection looks. The cover is not complete, since the close holds above the first candle’s low, but control at the top is clearly slipping.
A rejection at the highs is a warning, and the figures below test how often the warning pays off.
Does it actually work?
A pattern is a setup, not a trade, so the honest question is not “did it win” but “how much room did it tend to offer before it was proven wrong.” The tabs below answer that across five futures markets (Nasdaq, S&P 500, gold, crude oil, natural gas) and seven timeframes from one minute to one day.
For each occurrence we measure the room the move offered in units of the pattern’s own risk, then set it against what a random entry on the same market would have done. When the pattern offers more room more often than chance, that shows up as a real edge. When it does not, the page says so plainly.
Read it with the sample size in view. On the faster timeframes a pattern can fire thousands of times, enough to trust. On the daily chart it is far rarer, so treat those numbers as a hint rather than a verdict. Thin samples are flagged for you on the page.
How we measured it
- Entry is the close of the final candle of the pattern.
- One unit of risk, 1R, is the distance from that close up to the pattern’s invalidation point: the highest high of the two candles that form it. If price trades through there, the setup is wrong.
- We then follow the next 20 bars and record how far price ran in your favor, in multiples of that risk, before the stop was hit.
- Every figure is set against a random entry on the same market and timeframe, so the market’s own drift is accounted for.
- No profit target and no position sizing. Where you take profit is a strategy choice; this measures only the room the pattern tends to give.
What this page does not cover
- Volume on the pattern’s candles.
- Whether the pattern forms at a meaningful resistance level.
- Pairing it with a trend filter or a confirming signal.
- A profit target or position sizing. We use the pattern’s own invalidation point as the stop to define risk, but where you take profit, and how much you put on, are strategy decisions this page leaves to you.
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2020, 8:46 AM CDT | 17.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 19, 2020, 1:50 PM CDT | 18 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 19, 2020, 9:58 AM CDT | 18.5 | 1.53R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 18, 2020, 12:50 PM CDT | 29.25 | 2.74R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 18, 2020, 10:53 AM CDT | 24 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 18, 2020, 10:49 AM CDT | 13 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 17, 2020, 9:08 AM CDT | 24.5 | 0.47R | Stopped |
| Mar 12, 2020, 1:43 PM CDT | 8.75 | 1.60R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 12, 2020, 11:59 AM CDT | 56.5 | 1.15R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jun 12, 2012, 10:31 AM CDT | 2 | 2.25R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 12, 2011, 9:38 AM CST | 1.25 | 2.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 8, 2011, 11:52 AM CST | 1.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 3, 2011, 2:02 PM CDT | 3.5 | 0.29R | Stopped |
| Sep 13, 2011, 11:10 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.56R | Stopped |
| Nov 17, 2010, 9:32 AM CST | 1.25 | 2.40R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 25, 2009, 11:31 AM CDT | 1.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 23, 2009, 9:07 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 19, 2009, 12:42 PM CDT | 1 | 0.25R | Stopped |
| Mar 16, 2009, 11:39 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.22R | Stopped |
| Mar 11, 2009, 2:05 PM CDT | 1.5 | 0.83R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2022, 8:30 AM CST | 26.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 1, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 31.25 | 2.20R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 18, 2020, 1:48 PM CDT | 32.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| May 10, 2017, 8:30 AM CDT | 6.25 | 2.36R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 11, 2014, 8:55 AM CDT | 9.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 21, 2011, 11:50 AM CST | 3.5 | 0.07R | Stopped |
| Oct 31, 2011, 9:40 AM CDT | 5.75 | 1.87R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 12, 2011, 9:10 AM CDT | 10.75 | 1.77R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 9, 2011, 12:00 PM CDT | 6 | 0.13R | Stopped |
| Jul 12, 2011, 1:20 PM CDT | 4 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 20, 2009, 1:20 PM CDT | 2 | 0.63R | Stopped |
| Apr 1, 2009, 10:45 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.67R | Stopped |
| Mar 25, 2009, 8:45 AM CDT | 2.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 23, 2009, 11:00 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.22R | Stopped |
| Mar 10, 2009, 11:05 AM CDT | 3.75 | 0.60R | Stopped |
| Mar 5, 2009, 2:15 PM CST | 6.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 5, 2009, 11:35 AM CST | 1.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 10, 2009, 11:05 AM CST | 2.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Feb 4, 2009, 9:40 AM CST | 2.75 | 2.91R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 26, 2009, 2:10 PM CST | 4.25 | 0.65R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (14)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2025, 8:30 AM CST | 68 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 13, 2023, 1:30 PM CDT | 48 | 2.31R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 3, 2022, 8:30 AM CDT | 68 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Dec 16, 2021, 8:30 AM CST | 110.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 3, 2018, 8:30 AM CDT | 40 | 2.04R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 1, 2011, 8:30 AM CST | 12.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 1, 2009, 11:15 AM CDT | 3.5 | 2.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 10, 2009, 12:45 PM CDT | 6.75 | 0.96R | Stopped |
| Mar 9, 2009, 1:15 PM CDT | 6.5 | 1.50R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 14, 2009, 1:45 PM CST | 6.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 27, 2008, 9:43 AM CST | 6 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 19, 2008, 8:45 AM CST | 8.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 20, 2008, 2:15 PM CDT | 6.5 | 0.73R | Stopped |
| Jan 10, 2008, 11:30 AM CST | 23 | 0.57R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (18)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 82 | 0.50R | Stopped |
| May 15, 2023, 8:30 AM CDT | 51.25 | 0.50R | Stopped |
| Jun 27, 2022, 8:30 AM CDT | 147.25 | 2.22R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 25, 2022, 8:30 AM CST | 144.75 | 0.26R | Stopped |
| Jan 17, 2022, 8:30 AM CST | 35 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 1, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 64.25 | 0.56R | Stopped |
| Oct 12, 2016, 8:30 AM CDT | 7 | 1.39R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 6, 2015, 8:30 AM CST | 10.75 | 0.26R | Stopped |
| Sep 6, 2011, 9:00 AM CDT | 18 | 0.32R | Stopped |
| Oct 11, 2010, 9:30 AM CDT | 7.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 26, 2010, 8:30 AM CDT | 4 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jul 21, 2010, 8:30 AM CDT | 24.75 | 0.98R | Stopped |
| Feb 8, 2010, 8:30 AM CST | 6.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jan 19, 2009, 8:30 AM CST | 9.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 9, 2009, 11:30 AM CST | 5.75 | 0.70R | Stopped |
| Dec 2, 2008, 11:30 AM CST | 4.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 14, 2008, 8:30 AM CDT | 69.25 | 1.55R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 2, 2008, 8:30 AM CDT | 6.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (9)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 4, 2023, 8:30 AM CST | 133 | 0.28R | Stopped |
| Jun 27, 2022, 8:30 AM CDT | 175.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 31, 2019, 8:30 AM CDT | 52.25 | 0.37R | Stopped |
| Mar 16, 2017, 8:30 AM CDT | 11.5 | 1.37R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 30, 2013, 8:30 AM CST | 14.25 | 0.95R | Stopped |
| Jun 24, 2011, 8:30 AM CDT | 21.75 | 0.84R | Stopped |
| Apr 26, 2010, 8:30 AM CDT | 11.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 23, 2009, 11:30 AM CDT | 9.75 | 0.38R | Stopped |
| Dec 12, 2008, 12:30 PM CST | 13.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (19)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT | 187.75 | — | Open |
| Sep 23, 2025, 8:30 AM CDT | 140.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 9, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 138.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Aug 7, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 162.75 | 1.09R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 21, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 101.5 | 0.88R | Stopped |
| Jun 11, 2019, 8:30 AM CDT | 99.25 | 0.41R | Stopped |
| Nov 10, 2016, 8:30 AM CST | 100 | 0.79R | Stopped |
| Oct 20, 2015, 8:30 AM CDT | 31.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Sep 21, 2015, 8:30 AM CDT | 50.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 23, 2015, 8:30 AM CDT | 33.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 23, 2014, 8:30 AM CST | 26 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| May 2, 2014, 8:30 AM CDT | 23.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 23, 2012, 8:30 AM CST | 22.75 | 0.44R | Stopped |
| Jun 24, 2011, 8:30 AM CDT | 25.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Nov 9, 2010, 8:30 AM CST | 16.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 1, 2010, 8:30 AM CDT | 18 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jul 27, 2009, 8:30 AM CDT | 16.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| May 5, 2009, 8:30 AM CDT | 14 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 14, 2008, 8:30 AM CDT | 50.5 | 0.90R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Date | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2025 | 178.25 | 0.39R | Stopped |
| Apr 4, 2023 | 103.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 27, 2021 | 83.25 | 0.88R | Stopped |
| Feb 10, 2021 | 112 | 0.23R | Stopped |
| Jun 24, 2019 | 50.5 | 2.84R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 11, 2019 | 31.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 13, 2018 | 77.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Feb 21, 2018 | 122.5 | 0.13R | Stopped |
| Nov 1, 2017 | 30 | 1.82R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 18, 2017 | 14.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jun 26, 2017 | 71.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 18, 2016 | 61.25 | 0.49R | Stopped |
| Jul 23, 2015 | 40.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 21, 2015 | 20.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 13, 2015 | 37.25 | 2.15R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 43.25 | 0.54R | Stopped |
| Jul 16, 2013 | 8.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| May 24, 2012 | 22.5 | 0.51R | Stopped |
| Dec 13, 2010 | 17.75 | 0.66R | Stopped |
| Apr 30, 2008 | 36 | 0.00R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2011, 8:41 AM CST | 0.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Nov 22, 2011, 2:26 PM CST | 1.25 | 0.80R | Stopped |
| Nov 22, 2011, 1:13 PM CST | 0.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 10, 2011, 9:08 AM CST | 1.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 2, 2011, 1:36 PM CDT | 1.5 | 1.17R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 6, 2011, 2:51 PM CDT | 1.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Oct 6, 2011, 10:32 AM CDT | 1.25 | 0.40R | Stopped |
| Sep 30, 2011, 2:09 PM CDT | 1.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 27, 2011, 2:38 PM CDT | 1.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 14, 2011, 9:36 AM CDT | 1.5 | 1.17R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 6, 2011, 9:54 AM CDT | 0.75 | 1.67R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 26, 2011, 10:16 AM CDT | 2.75 | 2.18R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 26, 2011, 10:09 AM CDT | 1.75 | 0.29R | Stopped |
| Aug 23, 2011, 1:18 PM CDT | 1.25 | 2.20R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 19, 2011, 2:24 PM CDT | 2.5 | 1.50R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 19, 2011, 9:50 AM CDT | 1.75 | 1.14R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 15, 2011, 12:17 PM CDT | 1 | 0.50R | Stopped |
| Aug 9, 2011, 12:15 PM CDT | 0.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 5, 2011, 2:23 PM CDT | 2 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 3, 2011, 12:35 PM CDT | 1.25 | 0.20R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 11.5 | 0.61R | Flat |
| Dec 20, 2011, 8:45 AM CST | 3.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Oct 19, 2011, 9:30 AM CDT | 2.25 | 2.44R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 23, 2011, 10:25 AM CDT | 2.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 12, 2011, 1:45 PM CDT | 4.5 | 1.39R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 1, 2011, 10:35 AM CDT | 1.25 | 2.60R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 30, 2011, 2:45 PM CDT | 1.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 25, 2011, 12:30 PM CDT | 1.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Aug 23, 2011, 11:00 AM CDT | 3.25 | 0.54R | Stopped |
| Sep 1, 2010, 2:45 PM CDT | 2.25 | 0.44R | Stopped |
| Jul 20, 2010, 2:35 PM CDT | 2.75 | 0.45R | Stopped |
| Jun 8, 2010, 1:45 PM CDT | 2.5 | 2.20R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 27, 2010, 1:25 PM CDT | 1.25 | 2.40R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 11, 2010, 9:25 AM CDT | 2.5 | 0.70R | Stopped |
| May 10, 2010, 12:35 PM CDT | 2 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 6, 2010, 2:10 PM CDT | 12 | 1.10R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 22, 2010, 9:35 AM CDT | 1.25 | 0.80R | Stopped |
| Mar 15, 2010, 2:50 PM CDT | 1.25 | 0.20R | Stopped |
| Mar 1, 2010, 8:45 AM CST | 1.25 | 2.20R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 11, 2010, 10:30 AM CST | 1.75 | 0.14R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2024, 8:30 AM CST | 37.75 | 0.65R | Stopped |
| Jun 27, 2022, 8:30 AM CDT | 28 | 0.37R | Flat |
| Jul 9, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 15.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 19, 2012, 9:00 AM CST | 3.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Dec 16, 2011, 9:45 AM CST | 1.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 19, 2011, 9:30 AM CDT | 3.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 24, 2011, 12:30 PM CDT | 4.25 | 0.47R | Stopped |
| Aug 18, 2011, 10:00 AM CDT | 4.75 | 0.58R | Stopped |
| Aug 5, 2011, 12:30 PM CDT | 6 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Dec 17, 2010, 10:45 AM CST | 1 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Oct 11, 2010, 10:45 AM CDT | 1.25 | 0.40R | Stopped |
| Sep 20, 2010, 2:45 PM CDT | 2.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Apr 22, 2010, 2:45 PM CDT | 1.75 | 2.29R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 17, 2010, 9:00 AM CDT | 1.75 | 0.71R | Stopped |
| Jan 29, 2010, 9:30 AM CST | 4 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 11, 2009, 9:00 AM CST | 2.25 | 0.89R | Stopped |
| Dec 7, 2009, 9:30 AM CST | 2 | 1.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 17, 2009, 10:30 AM CDT | 2.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 21, 2009, 9:45 AM CDT | 1.75 | 0.29R | Stopped |
| Aug 19, 2009, 9:45 AM CDT | 3 | 0.25R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2026, 8:30 AM CST | 32.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 12, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 17 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Aug 14, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 17.75 | 0.77R | Stopped |
| May 15, 2023, 8:30 AM CDT | 14.75 | 0.42R | Stopped |
| May 18, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 9.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jan 4, 2021, 8:30 AM CST | 19.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 25, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 65.25 | 0.42R | Stopped |
| Oct 9, 2017, 8:30 AM CDT | 4.5 | 1.39R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 4, 2016, 8:30 AM CDT | 5.5 | 0.45R | Stopped |
| Sep 23, 2015, 8:30 AM CDT | 5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Nov 11, 2014, 8:30 AM CST | 2.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 11, 2014, 8:30 AM CDT | 5.75 | 0.48R | Stopped |
| Aug 29, 2011, 12:30 PM CDT | 2.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Dec 2, 2010, 1:30 PM CST | 2.75 | 1.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 29, 2010, 2:30 PM CST | 3.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 17, 2010, 9:30 AM CST | 3.25 | 1.54R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 5, 2010, 10:00 AM CDT | 2 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 12, 2010, 2:30 PM CDT | 3.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Sep 29, 2010, 11:30 AM CDT | 1.75 | 1.43R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 25, 2010, 2:00 PM CDT | 4 | 0.00R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (20)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2024, 8:30 AM CDT | 25.75 | 1.55R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 21, 2022, 8:30 AM CDT | 34.75 | 0.67R | Stopped |
| Sep 23, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 16.25 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Nov 2, 2018, 8:30 AM CDT | 22 | 1.59R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 23, 2013, 8:30 AM CDT | 6.25 | 0.04R | Stopped |
| Jan 11, 2013, 8:30 AM CST | 5 | 0.85R | Stopped |
| Aug 17, 2012, 8:30 AM CDT | 3.25 | 1.15R | Ran ≥1R |
| Oct 6, 2011, 1:30 PM CDT | 7.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jun 24, 2011, 8:30 AM CDT | 12 | 0.46R | Stopped |
| Apr 19, 2010, 9:30 AM CDT | 6.75 | 1.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 12, 2010, 1:30 PM CST | 6.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Aug 20, 2009, 12:30 PM CDT | 1.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jun 1, 2009, 11:30 AM CDT | 2.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 1, 2009, 1:30 PM CDT | 6.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Mar 24, 2009, 12:30 PM CDT | 5.25 | 1.38R | Ran ≥1R |
| Mar 23, 2009, 11:30 AM CDT | 7.5 | 0.30R | Stopped |
| Feb 3, 2009, 10:30 AM CST | 6.25 | 0.32R | Stopped |
| Oct 29, 2008, 9:30 AM CDT | 8.75 | 0.26R | Stopped |
| Oct 27, 2008, 12:30 PM CDT | 21 | 1.40R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 15, 2008, 1:30 PM CDT | 10.5 | 1.31R | Ran ≥1R |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (19)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Time | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2025, 8:30 AM CDT | 19.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 7, 2025, 8:30 AM CDT | 71 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jan 11, 2024, 8:30 AM CST | 34.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Nov 8, 2023, 8:30 AM CST | 18 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 14, 2023, 8:30 AM CDT | 45.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 4, 2023, 8:30 AM CDT | 30.25 | 1.21R | Ran ≥1R |
| Sep 2, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 12.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jun 28, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 12.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Jun 11, 2021, 8:30 AM CDT | 13.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Feb 10, 2021, 8:30 AM CST | 24 | 0.73R | Stopped |
| Jul 23, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 22.5 | 2.57R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jun 19, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 55.75 | 1.79R | Ran ≥1R |
| May 12, 2020, 8:30 AM CDT | 34.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jul 13, 2016, 8:30 AM CDT | 7.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Sep 8, 2014, 8:30 AM CDT | 10 | 2.67R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 7, 2014, 8:30 AM CDT | 14.75 | 0.49R | Stopped |
| Oct 30, 2013, 8:30 AM CDT | 8.5 | 1.76R | Ran ≥1R |
| Dec 1, 2008, 8:30 AM CST | 29.5 | 0.87R | Stopped |
| Oct 30, 2008, 8:30 AM CDT | 23.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
Sample Bearish Dark Cloud Cover Firings (12)
Based on data through Apr 29, 2026
| Date | Risk (pts) | Room offered | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2026 | 43.75 | 0.53R | Stopped |
| Sep 16, 2025 | 19.75 | 2.91R | Ran ≥1R |
| Aug 15, 2025 | 26.5 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
| Jun 11, 2025 | 36.25 | 0.55R | Stopped |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 25.5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 27, 2021 | 7 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Apr 28, 2020 | 56.25 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| May 31, 2017 | 5 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 17.5 | 0.80R | Stopped |
| Apr 3, 2014 | 5.75 | 0.00R | Stopped |
| Aug 25, 2011 | 30.75 | 0.81R | Stopped |
| May 2, 2011 | 9.75 | 3.00R | Ran ≥1R |
Sample backtests (2)
Real backtested runs of this pattern, with commissions and slippage. Open one for the full equity curve and metrics, or backtest it yourself on your own contract and dates.