{"id":36820,"date":"2023-01-11T11:51:48","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T16:51:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/?p=36820"},"modified":"2023-09-03T09:48:59","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T13:48:59","slug":"cup-and-handle-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/cup-and-handle-pattern\/","title":{"rendered":"Cup and Handle Pattern &#8211; How to Identify and Trade It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\"><strong>The Cup and Handle pattern is a popular technical analysis indicator that helps identify bullish continuation patterns.&nbsp;In this article, you\u2019ll learn how the Cup and Handle pattern works. You\u2019ll also find out what to do when you spot it on the chart and how to improve your odds of making profitable trades.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"earn2-ads_pt1_desktop\" id=\"earn2-1084130529\"><div id=\"earn2-213481521\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.earn2trade.com\/trader-career-path?a_pid=E2TLLC&#038;chan=code330&#038;utm_source=Affiliate_track&#038;utm_medium=Top_Banner&#038;utm_campaign=Affiliate_blog&#038;utm_id=TCP_English\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"910x300_earn2trade_ad\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN.png\" alt=\"910x300_earn2trade_ad\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN.png 910w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN-300x99.png 300w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN-150x49.png 150w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN-768x253.png 768w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/910x300-Dark-II_EN-770x254.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" class=\"no-lazyload\" width=\"910\" height=\"300\"  style=\"display: inline-block;\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-cup-and-handle-pattern\"><strong>What Is the Cup and Handle Pattern?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The Cup and Handle pattern is a technical indicator that traders use to identify whether the price of a traded security will continue its upward movement. As the name suggests, the chart pattern is shaped like a teacup with a dainty handle when looked at closely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The pattern forms when the asset price drops slightly but then rebounds back to the level at which the fall has started. The points where the price fell and rebounded form a &#8220;u&#8221; shape, representing the cup. The formation is then followed by a small consolidation or slight pullback with a small downward drift, representing the handle.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"804\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN.png\" alt=\"Chart showing classic Cup and Handle pattern\" class=\"wp-image-52200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN.png 804w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN-150x96.png 150w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN-768x494.png 768w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/1_EN-770x495.png 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 804px) 100vw, 804px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em> Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ig.com\/en\/trading-strategies\/cup-and-handle-chart-pattern-explained-190930\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>ig.com<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Cup and handle patterns work on all timeframes from hourly, intraday, weekly, and even monthly charts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Traders look for the continuation pattern\u2019s signals in the middle of an existing trend to identify ideal buying opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Other examples of continuation patterns include pennants, bullish and bearish flags, and ascending and descending triangle patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">American technical analyst and trader William O\u2019Neill popularized the Cup and Handle pattern in his book <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/How-Make-Money-Stocks-Winning\/dp\/0071614133\/ref=sr_1_1?crid=V26MRVBS3MH3&amp;keywords=how+to+make+money+in+stocks+william+o%27neil&amp;qid=1661866522&amp;sprefix=How+to+Make+Money+in+Stocks%2Caps%2C421&amp;sr=8-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Make Money in Stocks<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed-youtube wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"lyte-wrapper\" title=\"Cup and Handle Pattern &ndash; How to Identify and Trade It?\" style=\"width:853px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_Il4wiRAgNug\" itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><div><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/Il4wiRAgNug\/hqdefault.jpg\" \/><meta itemprop=\"embedURL\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Il4wiRAgNug\" \/><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT7M36S\" \/><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2023-05-23T17:39:14Z\" \/><\/div><meta itemprop=\"accessibilityFeature\" content=\"captions\" \/><div id=\"lyte_Il4wiRAgNug\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/Il4wiRAgNug\/hqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\" itemprop=\"name\">Cup and Handle Pattern \u2013 How to Identify and Trade It?<\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Il4wiRAgNug\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/Il4wiRAgNug\/0.jpg\" alt=\"Cup and Handle Pattern &ndash; How to Identify and Trade It?\" width=\"853\" height=\"460\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"The Cup and Handle pattern is a technical indicator that traders use to identify whether the price of a traded security will continue its upward movement. As the name suggests, the chart pattern is shaped like a teacup with a dainty handle when looked at closely. The pattern forms when the asset price drops slightly but then rebounds back to the level at which the fall has started. The points where the price fell and rebounded form a \u201cu\u201d shape, representing the cup. The formation is then followed by a small consolidation or slight pullback with a small downward drift, representing the handle. 00:12 Intro 00:48 Disclaimer 1:02 Cup &amp; Handle Pattern 1:15 Step by step 2:51 Trade the cup 5:27 Be patient 6:27 Conclusion WeTransferWeTransfer GUARANTEED FUNDING FOR YOU TO START AS A PROFESSIONAL TRADER - \ud83d\udcaa Earn Guaranteed Funding With Earn2Trade By Passing The Test! \ud83d\udcb0 Get Ready for The Gauntlet Mini\u2122 challenge, our intraday futures trading exam, and receive a guaranteed job to work at our prop firm partner! Do you accept the challenge? https:\/\/e2t.to\/yt-mini-en Read more about it on our blog YOUR CAREER AS A PROFESSIONAL TRADER STARTS HERE \ud83d\udc47 EDUCATION \u27a1Beginner Crash Course: https:\/\/www.earn2trade.com\/beginner-cc \u27a1Bootcamp: https:\/\/www.earn2trade.com\/bootcamp GET FUNDED \u27a1Gauntlet Mini: https:\/\/e2t.to\/yt-mini-en Follow us on our social media accounts and be part of a great community of traders \ud83d\ude00\ud83d\udcaa Instagram: https:\/\/instagram.com\/earn2trade Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/earn2trade\/ Twitter: https:\/\/twitter.com\/earn2trade\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:853px;margin:5px auto;\"><\/div><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-it-works-nbsp\"><strong>How It Works&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">To better understand how the Cup and Handle pattern works, it\u2019s important to uncover its story. The idea behind the indicator is that if the price of the asset drops but then makes its way back up, there must be strong buying momentum to back it, which can further push the price higher.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Essentially, when the price falls, it indicates that the bears have overpowered the bulls, albeit temporarily. As the bearish pressure intensifies, the price drops even lower until the point where the bulls start coming in, creating the bottom curve of the cup and continuing the momentum to take the price to the previous high. This provides a prime opportunity for traders to open positions as the price begins to rise. It also helps them avoid opening short positions against the upward trend.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-identify-a-cup-and-handle-pattern\"><strong>How to Identify a Cup and Handle Pattern<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Over the years, traders have amended O\u2019Neill\u2019s standards for identifying a Cup and Handle pattern, but the original specifications remain relevant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For instance, he suggested that the depth of the cup should ideally settle between 12% and 33% from the original high. This can go as high as 40%+ during periods of high volatility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The cup shape has a stabilizing period at the bottom, where the asset price moves sideways. This is what forms the cup\u2019s rounded bottom. Once the cup is complete, there may be a 10% to 15% pullback, creating a downward price channel that resembles a handle. The handle needs to be smaller than the cup and should not pull back more than 2\/3 of the cup\u2019s height.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cup-and-handle-formation\"><strong>Cup and Handle Formation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">When examining an asset\u2019s recent price history, there are four primary stages leading up to the formation of a cup and handle pattern:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Initial upward price movement<\/strong> \u2014 the price trends upwards, recording some significant gains.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Price drop<\/strong> \u2014 the asset price falls, creating a downward slope, but still retains a portion of the gains from the initial uptrend. This makes up the \u201ccup\u201d pattern on the chart.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Renewed uptrend<\/strong> \u2014 the asset price recovers, climbing slightly past its original fall point before facing a short-lived resistance, causing a slight downturn just below the new high price. This makes up the \u201chandle\u201d pattern on the chart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Continuation of upward movement<\/strong> \u2014 a successful breakout leads to new price highs, opening up buying opportunities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"878\" height=\"642\" src=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1.png\" alt=\"4 phases of a Cup and Handle pattern\" class=\"wp-image-52205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1.png 878w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1-150x110.png 150w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1-768x562.png 768w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2_EN-1-770x563.png 770w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 878px) 100vw, 878px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.tradimo.com\/advanced-chart-patterns\/cup-and-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>learn.tradimo.com<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"\">As you can see on the chart above, the Cup and Handle pattern begins after the price moves sharply upwards. The resulting selloff and subsequent retracements are then monitored closely until the uptrend resumes. As the price continues rising, it retraces again to form the &#8216;handle&#8217; section, thus completing the pattern.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-trade-the-cup-and-handle-pattern\"><strong>How to Trade the Cup and Handle Pattern<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Now that you understand how Cup and Handle patterns form, here\u2019s how you can use it to identify entry points, set stop losses, and pick a profitable exit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"924\" src=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-1024x924.png\" alt=\"Chart showing how to trade a classic Cup and Handle pattern\" class=\"wp-image-52210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-1024x924.png 1024w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-300x271.png 300w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-150x135.png 150w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-768x693.png 768w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN-770x695.png 770w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/3_EN.png 1044w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.learnstockmarket.in\/technical\/cup-and-handle-pattern\/#3-cup-and-handle-pattern-trading-example\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">learnstockmarket.in<\/a><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entering a Trade<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Generally, traders wait for the handle to form before picking their entry points. The handle usually takes the form of a descending triangle or sideways channel. When the handle forms, traders typically monitor the price to see if it breaks above resistance. If it does, it means the price is expected to rise, which makes it a good time to enter the trade.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Keep in mind that just because there\u2019s a clear entry signal doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that the price will rise. It could go up a bit, drop at the next candle, or move sideways. That\u2019s why it\u2019s crucial to set up <a href=\"http:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/stop-loss-vs-stop-limit-orders\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">stop losses<\/a> before initiating your trades.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-setting-a-stop-loss\"><strong>Setting a Stop Loss<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Markets are unpredictable, and sometimes, the opposite of what you expect happens. Traders rely on a stop-loss order to get them out of a trade in such situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">In a Cup and Handle pattern, traders place their stop loss below the handle\u2019s lowest point (around the upper half of the cup pattern). This way, the stop loss is closer to the entry point, which helps to ensure that even if the price unexpectedly drops, the position won&#8217;t suffer huge losses before the stop loss is triggered. At the same time, placing the stop loss close to the entry point means there\u2019s much room for the position to grow when the price rises as expected.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-picking-a-profitable-exit\"><strong>Picking a Profitable Exit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Knowing when to exit a position is just as important as knowing when to enter. When trading Cup and Handle patterns, the general rule of thumb is to set the exit target above the breakout point of the handle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The idea is to measure the price points where the cup pattern forms. Take that value and add it to the price at the breakout point to get where you should ideally set your exit target. For instance, let\u2019s say the cup forms between $80 and $77, and the price at the breakout point is $80. The exit target should be set at $83 ($3 + $80).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-the-cup-and-handle-pattern\"><strong>Advantages and Disadvantages of the Cup and Handle Pattern<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">There are several advantages of trading the Cup and Handle pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">For one, the pattern is relatively easy to identify on a chart thanks to its distinct teacup shape. Second, it is a relatively accurate and reliable bullish continuation indicator. And lastly, it can be a fairly reliable standalone signal tool, though it is always better to utilize other technical indicators for more accurate trend confirmations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">On the other hand, there are certain disadvantages to trading Cup and Handle patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The main drawback is that the pattern can take a long time to form fully. This isn\u2019t ideal since the trader would typically need to wait for the pattern to form before entering a position. Take a look at the gold chart below, for instance. The Cup and Handle pattern started shaping in 2011, and its handle didn\u2019t fully form until late 2022.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"460\" src=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-1024x460.png\" alt=\"The Cup and Handle pattern on a gold price chart\" class=\"wp-image-52215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-1024x460.png 1024w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-150x67.png 150w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-768x345.png 768w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-1536x690.png 1536w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-770x346.png 770w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN-1400x629.png 1400w, https:\/\/aky.pbv.mybluehost.me\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4_EN.png 1575w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Source: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tradingview.com\/chart\/Gna68UWI\/?symbol=FX%3AXAUUSD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>tradingview.com<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mistakes-to-avoid-when-trading-the-cup-and-handle-pattern\"><strong>Mistakes to Avoid When Trading the Cup and Handle Pattern<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">One of the biggest mistakes when trading Cup and Handle patterns is not being patient enough to wait until the handle has formed. And so traders end up buying too early without confirming if the current trend will continue upwards. Remember, the handle shouldn\u2019t pull back more than 2\/3 of the cup\u2019s height. If the price drops too close to the cup\u2019s bottom, it may be a sign that another pullback might be around the corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Traders must also know how to manage their risk properly when trading the Cup and Handle pattern. Because it is generally a reliable bullish signal, it\u2019s easy to assume that it will always produce accurate signals. However, financial markets are complex, and their respective price actions can be influenced by various factors. That is why savvy traders should always account for scenarios of uncertainty and complement the Cup and Handle indicator with other technical trading tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-takeaways-nbsp\"><strong>Key Takeaways&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">The Cup and Handle pattern helps identify asset prices trending up in a temporary holding pattern.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">It is a bullish continuation pattern, indicating that an existing bullish trend may continue if the price breaks out of the pattern.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Identifying a Cup and Handle pattern on a chart is relatively simple because its shape resembles a teacup with a handle.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">The cup portion of the pattern starts to form when an upward-moving price reaches resistance and then reverses to form a dip. It ends when the price reaches support and reverses direction again, this time moving up.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">The handle forms when the price experiences a short pullback and drops slightly before reaching higher support and moving up again. The handle shouldn\u2019t pull back too close to the bottom of the cup.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Once the Cup and Handle pattern has been completed and the price breaks out above the resistance of the handle, it\u2019s usually a signal that the current uptrend may continue, which indicates a buy signal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Cup and Handle pattern is a popular technical analysis indicator that helps identify bullish continuation patterns.&nbsp;In this article, you\u2019ll learn how the Cup and Handle pattern works. You\u2019ll also find out what to do when you spot it on the chart and how to improve your odds of making profitable trades. 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