1-candle patternPossible bearish signal
Bearish Belt Hold candlestick pattern
A long red candle that opens at its high after a rise. Sellers took control from the open.
Illustrative candles, not a live chart. Each candle covers one chart interval.
Spot it in 3 steps
What to check next
The next candle staying below the midpoint adds bearish confirmation.
Common mistake
In a strong uptrend one red candle is often just a pause. Check for resistance nearby.
Definition reference: CMC Markets · Candlestick patterns