Fibonacci Extension

Fibonacci Extension is a technical analysis tool used to forecast potential price targets beyond the current high or low—especially during strong trending markets.

Common Fibonacci Extension Levels

The most widely used levels are:

  • 1.272 (127.2%)
  • 1.414 (141.4%)
  • 1.618 (161.8%) ⭐ (Golden Ratio – most important)
  • 2.000 (200%)
  • 2.618 (261.8%)

These levels often act as:

  • 🎯 Profit targets
  • 📉 Reversal zones
  • 📊 Resistance / Support in trends

How Traders Use Fibonacci Extension

🔹 Trend Trading

  • Set take-profit levels during strong trends
  • Ride the trend without guessing tops or bottoms

🔹 Breakout Trading

  • Estimate price targets after resistance or support breaks

🔹 Confluence Strategy

Most powerful when combined with:

  • Support & Resistance
  • Trend lines / Channels
  • Elliott Wave (Wave 3 & Wave 5 targets)
  • Candlestick confirmation

Key Notes ⚠️

  • Fibonacci Extension does not guarantee price will reach those levels
  • Best used in strong trending markets
  • Always confirm with market structure & volume

Summary

Fibonacci Extension helps traders predict where price may go next, not where it came from.