```json
{
    "step1_data": {
        "trend": "Clear uptrend",
        "volume_comparison": "lower",
        "near_key_level": false
    },
    "step2_validation": {
        "pattern_specific_test": "fail",
        "test_details": "The pattern is a hammer, but it is not occurring after at least 3 consecutive red candles."
    },
    "step3_scores": {
        "trend_score": 8,
        "pattern_score": 2,
        "volume_score": 4,
        "structure_score": 5
    },
    "verdict": "NEUTRAL",
    "confidence": 0.475,
    "reasoning": "The hammer pattern is not valid because it doesn't occur after 3 consecutive red candles, and the volume is lower than the previous candles, making the signal unreliable despite the uptrend.",
    "improvement_needed": "Confirmation with other bearish signals or a break below a key support level would increase confidence."
}
```