Crude Oil Futures
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Crude Oil Futures: Cup and Handle Pattern 4h

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CUP FORMATION

  • Start Date: April 27, 2025, 22:01
  • Bottom Date: May 4, 2025, 22:01
  • Bottom Price: $55.34 (exact)
  • Cup Duration: 15 days
  • Cup Depth: $8.66
  • Cup Shape: Rounded, symmetrical U-formation
  • Right Rim: $64.00 (May 12)


HANDLE FORMATION

  • Start Date: May 12, 2025, 10:01
  • Current Price: $61.68
  • Upper Boundary: Descending trendline from $64.00
  • Lower Boundary: Descending trendline near $60.40
  • Handle Depth: ~$3.30 (38% of cup depth)
  • Current Pattern: Downward-sloping consolidation


PATTERN MEASUREMENTS

  • Cup Low to Rim: $8.66 ($64.00 - $55.34)
  • Current Resistance: ~$63.00 (descending trendline)
  • Target Projection: $71.66 - $72.23 (breakout point + cup depth)


TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

  • Smooth, rounded bottom (not V-shaped)
  • Handle forming in upper half of cup (bullish)
  • Handle depth less than 50% of cup depth (ideal)
  • Handle showing typical flagging pattern
  • Clear, well-defined pattern boundaries


The pattern will complete with a breakout above the descending resistance line, currently at approximately $64.00.
Trade closed: stop reached

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