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Gartley Pattern

Gartley Pattern

AdvancedHarmonic PatternsNeutralReliability 65%

Pattern Formation

19 / 19 candles
1,1131,0851,0571,0301,00297401/0101/0301/0501/0701/0901/1101/1301/1501/1701/19
Speed

Statistics

Target Hit Rate
63%
Average Move
16%
Failure Rate
15%
Avg Formation Days
40 days
Volume Confirmation Boost
+12%

Reference values based on Bulkowski's "Encyclopedia of Chart Patterns". Data is primarily from U.S. markets and may differ for other markets.

A 5-point (X-A-B-C-D) harmonic pattern proposed by H.M. Gartley in 1935. B is at the 0.618 retracement of XA, and D reverses at the 0.786 retracement of XA. Point D does not exceed X, making it one of the most reliable harmonic patterns.

Formation Conditions

  • The X-A impulse leg must be clearly defined
  • The A-B retracement must be at the 0.618 level of XA
  • The B-C retracement must be 0.382-0.886 of AB
  • Point D must be at the 0.786 retracement of XA
  • Point D must not exceed point X

Entry Condition

Enter when point D (0.786 XA retracement) is reached and a reversal candlestick pattern is confirmed. Long at point D for a bullish Gartley, short for bearish.

Target Calculation

First target: 0.382 retracement of the A to D range. Second target: 0.618 retracement of the A to D range. Maximum target: A level.

Stop Loss Rule

Place a stop-loss slightly beyond point X. If point D exceeds X, the pattern is invalid; exit immediately.

Volume Profile

A volume surge at point D's reversal is ideal. High volume on X-A with declining volume during A-D formation increases reliability.

False Signal Detection

  • If B is not accurately at the 0.618 XA level, it may not be a Gartley
  • If D exceeds X, the pattern is invalid (alternative patterns possible)
  • Significant deviation from Fibonacci ratios reduces reliability
  • Ratios can distort during rapid price movements
  • Pattern recognition can be subjective; confirm across multiple timeframes

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