Candlestick Chart

Shows price movements with open, high, low, close values displayed as candle bodies and wicks. Green (bullish) candles indicate the close was above the open, while red (bearish) candles show the close was below the open.

Best for

  • Visualizing stock price movements over time
  • Identifying bullish and bearish trading patterns
  • Showing open, high, low, close in a single view

Avoid when

  • Data does not have OHLC values
  • Audience is unfamiliar with financial charting
  • You only need to show closing prices — use a line chart instead
Alternatives: OHLC Chart