Tag: fibonacci extension

  • 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.