The Ultimate Guide to Reversal Candlestick Patterns: Morning Star, Bullish Engulfing, and Hammer The use of candlestick reversal patterns is an essential component of a trader's ability to conduct technical analysis on the markets. Candlestick patterns provide traders with an immediate visual reference of price movement and market sentiment; therefore, reversal candlestick patterns act as the initial warning signs of a potential change in the direction of the trend, just as heavy storm clouds indicate an approaching storm. https://www.btcdana.com/magazine/blog/193