Falling Wedge vs Descending Triangle
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Falling Wedge and Descending Triangle chart patterns.
Converging trendlines both sloping downward, showing weakening selling momentum before a bullish breakout.
Best for
Bullish reversal after downtrend exhaustion
Flat support with declining resistance, showing increasing selling pressure before a bearish breakdown.
Best for
Bearish continuation or breakdown entries
Key Differences
- Falling Wedge is bullish; Descending Triangle is bearish
- Wedge has both lines sloping down; Triangle has flat bottom + falling top
- Wedge breaks up; Triangle breaks down
- Wedge shows exhaustion; Triangle shows building pressure
- Mirror images of Rising Wedge and Ascending Triangle
When to Use Falling Wedge
Use Falling Wedge when price makes lower highs and lower lows within converging lines that slope down. The decreasing selling pressure leads to an upside breakout.
When to Use Descending Triangle
Use Descending Triangle when price tests flat support repeatedly while making lower highs. The declining highs show weakening buying that typically leads to a breakdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Falling Wedge always bullish?▾
A Falling Wedge is bullish in most cases (about 70% break upward). However, context matters — a falling wedge within a strong downtrend can occasionally continue lower.
How do I distinguish them visually?▾
Check the lower boundary. If it's flat/horizontal, it's a Descending Triangle. If it slopes downward converging with the upper line, it's a Falling Wedge.