```json
{
    "step1_data": {
        "trend": "Clear downtrend",
        "volume_comparison": "lower",
        "near_key_level": false
    },
    "step2_validation": {
        "pattern_specific_test": "fail",
        "test_details": "An inside bar pattern requires the entire candle to be within the range of the previous candle, which is not the case here. The high of the trigger candle exceeds the high of the previous candle."
    },
    "step3_scores": {
        "trend_score": 3,
        "pattern_score": 1,
        "volume_score": 5,
        "structure_score": 5
    },
    "verdict": "NEUTRAL",
    "confidence": 0.35,
    "reasoning": "The pattern fails validation, and the downtrend is not supportive of a bullish move, resulting in a neutral outlook.",
    "improvement_needed": "A valid inside bar pattern and confirmation of support at a key level would increase confidence."
}
```