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This simplest no-indicator strategy is all you need | Sandwich Pattern Part 02

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Finance / Markets Summary (Forex focus: “Sandwich Pattern” trading strategy)

What the strategy is

A rule-based, no-indicator Forex candlestick pattern that uses three candles:

  • Candle 1: “Momentum candle” (trend direction candle; wick allowed)
  • Candle 2: Doji (any Doji shape)
  • Candle 3: Another momentum candle in the same direction as Candle 1 (claimed to improve probability)

The approach aims to stay aligned with the main trend on 4H / 1H / Daily (though the creator claims it can still work against trend).

Framework / step-by-step entry & management

Recap core setup

Identify:

  • Candle 1 = momentum
  • Candle 2 = doji
  • Candle 3 = momentum

Doji “quality” rule:

  • High probability: Doji “color/direction” matches the direction implied by Candle 1 and Candle 3 Example: if Candle 1 and Candle 3 are bullish, the Doji is treated as “buy doji.”

  • Lower probability: If Doji direction differs from the momentum candles → reduce risk.

Entries (wicks / “tests”)

For a standard setup (one Doji):

  • Entry 1: on the next candle’s wick test of the Doji level.
  • Entry 2: if price moves further, enter again at the second wick line/level below the Doji (described as a “trigger line” / lower wick).

Profit targets (risk-reward multiples)

Profit planning is based on R-multiples:

  • TP1: around ~1R
  • TP2: around ~1:2 (at least) when trading with the higher-timeframe/main trend
  • Some examples extend beyond 1:2, such as ~1:2.09, 1:3.2, 1:3.8, etc.

Risk note:

  • If the setup probability is low, management becomes more conservative (e.g., “save at 1R / break-even” language appears).

Stop-loss placement

Stop-loss is often positioned relative to Candle 1 (momentum bar) and varies by timeframe/example.

Common pattern:

  • SL placed slightly beyond/behind Candle 1 (e.g., “slightly below the first candle” in bullish cases)

  • Pip buffers mentioned include: 8–10 pips, 10–15 pips, 10–12–15 pips (depending on spread and example).

Sizing emphasis:

  • Risk should be consistent with position sizing: “If you take 1% risk then take 1% risk on all; if 2% then take 2% on all.”

Handling common “issues” discussed

1) “Wick is not fully tested” problem

If price goes beyond the intended level but doesn’t clearly wick-test the Doji:

  • Use EMA 5 as an alternate/confirmation trigger:
    • Enter where EMA 5 is first tested (described as an “EMA 5 center” idea)
    • Claimed benefit: reduces missed entries by a few pips tolerance (noted difference: 2–4 pips).

2) Multiple Dojis / Double Doji instead of one Doji

If additional dojis form before the third momentum candle:

Main rule: trade using the first Doji that appeared.

Validity constraint:

  • Subsequent dojis must not close above or below the first Doji’s wick/body boundaries (example wording: “body should not close above or below these wicks”).

For double/triple dojis:

  • Entries still reference the first Doji.
  • If the first Doji remains intact (no “breaking” of its allowed boundary range), the setup is considered valid.

Quantitative mentions (key numbers & performance metrics)

  • Targets frequently reference ~1:1 and at least ~1:2.
  • Example R:R outcomes cited:
    • ~1:3.2
    • ~1:3.8 (also mentioned with “14” as follow-up context)
    • 1:2.11
    • ~2.09
    • ~1.62 (noted in a “5-minute example” describing stop/reward ratio of about 1.62)
  • Stop-loss buffer ranges mentioned:
    • 8–10 pips, 10–12 pips, 10–15 pips, 15 pips, and 2–4 pips (EMA tolerance)
  • Timing/examples discussed:
    • Mostly 3-minute and 5-minute charts
    • Some H1 examples (example date mentioned: June 5th)
  • Example trade duration:
    • Mentioned as “for a full 12 days” while still taking TP at the 1:2 target per the described rule set.

Explicit recommendations / cautions

  • Prefer high probability setups:
    • Doji direction matches Candle 1 and Candle 3.
  • If Doji direction differs (low probability):
    • Reduce risk, and potentially take profit earlier (mentions “save it on Pay 1 / break even”).
  • Use EMA 5 confirmation when wick testing is unclear/incomplete.
  • Avoid trades when the Doji breaks:
    • Specifically when the doji body closes outside the allowed wick/body boundaries.
  • Spread / SL caution:
    • Avoid overly tight SL; 10–15 pips margin may be needed to prevent SL hit due to spread.

Disclosures

  • No explicit legal disclaimer (e.g., “not financial advice”) was present in the provided subtitles.

Tickers / instruments mentioned

  • No specific tickers, ETFs, equities, bonds, commodities, or crypto were mentioned.
  • Context indicates Forex-only, but no currency pairs (e.g., EURUSD) are explicitly named.

Presenters / sources

  • Ahmed Umar Akhtar — The Forex Guide

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