Hammer Pattern

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

Calculation Principle

Hammer pattern is identified by the following conditions:

  1. Small body located at the upper part of the candle
  2. Lower shadow length is at least twice the body length
  3. Upper shadow is very short or non-existent
  4. Pattern appears at the bottom of a downtrend
  5. Body color can be bearish or bullish

Parameter Description

  • Input Parameters:
    • Open: Opening price
    • High: Highest price
    • Low: Lowest price
    • Close: Closing price
  • Parameters:
    • penetration: Body to shadow 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
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