Hikkake Pattern

Hikkake is one of the commonly used candlestick patterns in quantitative trading, representing a bullish/bearish reversal pattern.

Calculation Principle

Hikkake pattern is identified by the following conditions:

1. First day: A small-bodied candle
2. Second day: A small-bodied candle, body within the previous day's body
3. Third day: A small-bodied candle, body within the previous day's body
4. Fourth day: Breaks above/below the high/low of the previous three candles
5. The breakout direction is opposite to the trend of the previous three candles

Parameter Description

• Input Parameters:
  • Open: Opening price
  • High: Highest price
  • Low: Lowest price
  • Close: Closing price
• Parameters:
  • penetration: Body penetration ratio (default: 0)

Usage Recommendations

1. Use in combination with other technical indicators
2. Pay attention to the overall market trend
3. Monitor volume confirmation
4. Set reasonable stop-loss levels
5. Watch for false breakouts

Notes

• Ensure data quality
• Pay attention to pattern completeness
• Consider market environment
• Watch for false signals
• Combine with fundamental analysis
• Pay attention to risk control
• Regularly evaluate strategy effectiveness
• Optimize parameters