Candlestick Patterns

Spinning Top

A small-bodied candle with wicks, showing indecision

A spinning top has a small body with upper and lower wicks. Unlike a doji, it has a visible body but still represents indecision. The small body shows neither buyers nor sellers gained significant ground.

How to Recognize

  • Small body (not as small as doji)
  • Both upper and lower wicks present
  • Wicks roughly similar in size
  • Shows market indecision

How to Avoid

  • Less significant than doji at key levels
  • Needs confirmation like any indecision candle
  • Context determines if it matters
  • In trends: potential pause or reversal warning