```json
{
    "step1_data": {
        "trend": "Clear uptrend",
        "volume_comparison": "lower",
        "near_key_level": true
    },
    "step2_validation": {
        "pattern_specific_test": "fail",
        "test_details": "The pattern is an inside bar, so the current candle's high and low must be within the previous candle's high and low. This condition is met. However, no specific criteria are provided for inside bars, so I will assume it passes if the inside bar is present."
    },
    "step3_scores": {
        "trend_score": 8,
        "pattern_score": 6,
        "volume_score": 4,
        "structure_score": 7
    },
    "verdict": "BULLISH",
    "confidence": 0.64,
    "reasoning": "The stock is in a clear uptrend and the inside bar pattern suggests a potential continuation of the trend, although the volume is lower than previous candles.",
    "improvement_needed": "Higher volume on the trigger candle and confirmation of breakout above the previous candle's high would increase confidence."
}
```