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What Is Fibonacci Retracement?

Definition and plain-English explanation of "Fibonacci Retracement"

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Fibonacci retracement is a technical tool that uses horizontal lines at key ratios (23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%) to identify potential support and resistance levels where a price might reverse after a move. Traders use these levels, derived from the Fibonacci sequence, to plan entries and exits.

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