H-LOG 2026.08.17 [EN]

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot) status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. The NDX Star closed the session at 29998.63 (-0.17%) with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at -143,09 M, indicating selling pressure during the regular session. Analogous trends were noted in the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) (729.85, -0.16%; CVD: -2,13 M).
  • Futures and broad market trading: the NQ Probe continues trading in the futures session at 30078.25 (-0.15%) with negative energy flow (CVD) (-21,61 K). A very strong negative divergence in the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator (-751.00 against the SMA200 average of 21.48) confirms extremely bearish sentiment and a lack of purchasing power after the close of the regular session.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -10, signaling capital distribution dominance and the prevalence of supply over demand in the current time window.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a defensive stance. The Put/Call Ratio at 1.19 with a volume of 6,548,713 indicates a prevalence of hedging positions or speculative bets on declines. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, the market is pricing in an expected movement range between 726.00 – 733.74.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 23:07

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the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. After the close of the regular session, the NDX Star recorded a decrease of 0.17% (29998.63), with negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at a level of -143.09 mln, indicating selling pressure in the cash sector. QQQ Dyson Sphere (QQQ) closed with a decrease of 0.16% (729.85) with a negative CVD of -2.13 mln.
  • Futures market and broad market: NQ Probes show a slight discount of 0.23% (30074.25) with a negative flow of -21.9 thousand. The Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator is -690, which, with an SMA200 average at the level of 23.70, signals strong, negative broad market dynamics after the regular session. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -10, confirming the dominance of distribution over accumulation.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a prevalence of short positions (Put/Call Ratio = 1.19) with a volume of 6,268,650 contracts, suggesting hedging or expectations for further volatility. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.90%, and the market-expected range of movement for QQQ is within the range of 726.47 – 734.59.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 22:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Cash market and indices: The market is under selling pressure. The NDX index (-0,08%) and QQQ (-0,09%) are recording slight declines, which correlates with negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at all levels: NDX (-20,38M), QQQ (-1,49M), and NQ (-11,34K). The broad market (TICKQ) shows strong negative dynamics at a level of -93,00, which, with an SMA200 average of 27,98, indicates supply dominance in the Nasdaq segment.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 0, which means a lack of clear direction and neutral dominance between accumulation and distribution in general terms, despite local price declines.
  • Options market (QQQ): Options data indicates an increase in caution and the building of hedging positions. The Put/Call Ratio at a level of 1,18 suggests a prevalence of short positions (downside protection). With implied volatility (IV) at 18,75%, the market prices the expected QQQ movement range within 725,73 – 733,89.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 21:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Index and flow analysis: The market is under selling pressure, with NDX (-0.16%), NQ (-0.18%), and QQQ (-0.17%) recording price declines. Cumulative energy flow (CVD) for NDX is −25.37 M, which, given the simultaneous decline in the index, indicates strong asset distribution in the cash market. The aggregate flow direction indicator at -8 confirms the dominance of bearish sentiment throughout the system.
  • Broad market: The Background Radiation (TICKQ) is 68.00, which, with the SMA200 average at 26.96, indicates extremely strong, pro-growth intraday dynamics of Nasdaq components, which stands in contrast to the negative CVD flows and suggests a possible bear trap or strong supply absorption within a narrow range.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) is 19.06%, with options volume at 4,570,968. The Put/Call Ratio of 1.18 suggests a prevalence of hedging positions or anticipation of further downward volatility. The options movement range oscillates between 727.55 and 736.27, defining key support and resistance zones for the QQQ ETF.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 20:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Flow and price analysis: The market shows a strong divergence between price and volume. Despite the NDX index increasing by 0.11% (30078.58) and slight increases in NQ (+0.08%) and QQQ (+0.09%), the cumulative CVD energy flow in the cash market (NDX) shows a negative value at -1.34 M, which at such an extreme scale suggests intensive passive absorption of supply or testing of market depth. A similar profile is observed in the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) (CVD: -779.41 K).
  • Sentiment and broad market: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 0, indicating complete equilibrium between capital inflow and outflow. At the same time, the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator is 93.00, which, with the SMA200 average at 28.05, signals extremely strong purchasing power in the broad Nasdaq market, contrasting with negative CVD values.
  • QQQ options market: The options market records a volume of 3,475,033 with a Put/Call Ratio of 1.12, suggesting a prevalence of hedging positions or anticipation of increased volatility. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.81%, and the expected range of movement for QQQ falls within the range of 729.73 – 737.27.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 19:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Cash market and sentiment: The market shows a slight upward trend (NDX +0.23%, QQQ +0.21%), supported by accumulation in the cash market (CVD NDX: 22,31 M). The aggregate flow direction indicator is 32, indicating a moderate dominance of capital inflow.
  • Spot/Futures Relation: NQ contracts (+0.21%) and the QQQ ETF (+0.21%) are moving in correlation with the NDX index, testing demand at low cumulative flow volume (CVD NQ: 3,69 K; CVD QQQ: 132,07 K).
  • Broad market: Strong selling pressure was noted in the broad Nasdaq market – the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator is -61.00, which constitutes a significant deviation from the SMA200 average (22.16) and suggests local oversold conditions or strong supply dominance in smaller index components.
  • Options market: Implied volatility (IV) at the level of 18.93% with a volume of 2,809,633 contracts indicates stable market conditions. The Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1.11 suggests a slight dominance of hedging positions or expectations of a correction, with the market-expected QQQ movement range within 728.85 – 737.03.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 18:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Cash market and sentiment: The NDX Star shows an increase of +0,49% (30191,91), supported by strong accumulation in the cash market (CVD NDX: 30,7M). The aggregate flow direction indicator is 37, confirming the dominance of capital inflow in the current view. The broad market (Background Radiation (TICKQ)) shows extreme relative strength at a level of 142,00, significantly exceeding the SMA200 average (24,69).
  • Derivatives and ETFs: NQ (+0,47%) contracts and the QQQ (+0,47%) ETF maintain correlation with the index, testing demand at current price levels.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market with a volume of 1 650 179 indicates increased caution or hedging – the Put/Call Ratio at a level of 1,21 suggests a dominance of Put positions. With implied volatility (IV) at 18,85%, the expected movement range for QQQ lies within the 728,95 – 737,01 interval.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 17:07

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the cash session (Spot)

  • Index and flow analysis: The market is in a demand testing phase with a slight supply advantage. Despite the increase in NDX (+0,18%), NQ (+0,15%), and QQQ (+0,15%) prices, the cumulative CVD energy flow for all instruments remains negative (NDX: -12,73M; NQ: -2,2K; QQQ: -74,01K), suggesting a dominance of sell orders on the market side. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -8, confirming a slight advantage of distribution over accumulation.
  • Broad market: The Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator is 58,00, which, with the SMA200 average at the level of 26,34, indicates strong, jumpy purchasing power in the broad Nasdaq market, which may be masking underlying selling pressure in the main components.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) is 19,13%, with a volume of 477 355 contracts. The Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1,10 suggests investor caution and the building of hedging positions against a potential correction. The market-expected range of movement for QQQ is within the limits of 727,29 – 737,71.

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the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): Market closed. Despite the NDX Star decreasing by (-0,13%), strong accumulation was recorded in the cash market with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of 109.9 mln shares, suggesting passive absorption of supply at lower levels. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at 731.03 (-0,14%) with a moderate test of demand (CVD: 962.36 thousand).
  • the NQ Probe (NQ): NQ contracts show relative strength compared to the closed cash market, noting an increase of +0.25% (30218.00) with very low CVD volume (3.3 thousand), which may indicate low liquidity in current post-session trading.
  • Sentiment and broad market: The flow direction indicator is 35, confirming a moderate advantage of capital inflow. However, the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator at the level of -182.00 (with a SMA200 average of 29.04) indicates strong selling pressure in the broad technology sector after the close of the regular session.
  • QQQ options analysis: Implied volatility (IV) is 18.89%, and the Put/Call ratio at the level of 0.94 suggests a close balance between hedges and long positions. The market-expected range of movement for QQQ lies within the range 725.47 – 736.67 with high option volume (6.56 mln), which defines key support and resistance zones for upcoming sessions.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 15:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. The NDX Star closed at 30046.14 (-0.13%), with a very high cumulative energy flow (CVD) at 109,9 M, suggesting strong passive supply absorption and accumulation during the regular session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at 731.03 (-0.14%) with a moderate demand test (CVD: 962,36 K).
  • Futures market and sentiment: NQ Probes are currently showing relative strength, noting an increase of +0.36% (30249.00) with low CVD volume (3,96 K). The flow direction indicator is 35, indicating a moderate advantage in capital inflow. The broad Nasdaq market (TICKQ) shows a strong negative divergence after the session, reaching a value of -182.00, which is a significant deviation from the SMA200 average (29.04) and suggests selling pressure across a broad spectrum of companies.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market prices implied volatility (IV) at 18.89%, with an expected QQQ price movement range between 727.09 – 735.05. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 with a volume of 6,558,755 indicates a near equilibrium between the buying side and the hedging side, which at current levels suggests the building of support barriers around the lower limit of the expected range.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 14:07

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the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. Despite the close of the regular session, a strong anomalous accumulation was noted in the cash market – the NDX Star fell by (-0,13%), however, the cumulative energy flow (CVD) at a level of 109.9 mln shares indicates intensive passive absorption of supply, which suggests the building of strong support below closing levels.
  • Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading (Futures), NQ Probe contracts show relative strength, rising by (+0,59%) to the level of 30317.50, with low CVD inflow (5.3 tys.). This contrasts with a very low Background Radiation (TICKQ) value (-182.00), which, given the negative sentiment of flows (flow direction indicator: 35), suggests the presence of tension between the futures price and the condition of the broad market after the session.
  • QQQ Options Analysis: The options market shows a neutral-bullish sentiment (Put/Call Ratio: 0,94) with high volume (6.55 mln). Implied Volatility (IV) at a level of 18.89% and the expected range of movement for the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) (727,09 – 735,05) suggest that investors are hedging positions within a narrow range, preparing for a potential consolidation around current support levels.
  • Summary: We observe a divergence between the declining NDX Star price and high capital inflow (CVD), which may signal a bear trap and preparation for a rebound in the cash session.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 13:07

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the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): The cash market remains closed. Despite the session close, data from the latest NDX activity shows a significant divergence: with the index down -0.13%, the cumulative energy flow (CVD) in the cash market was 109.9 mln shares, suggesting the presence of passive demand absorption near current levels.
  • Futures and broad market: the NQ Probe shows relative strength, rising by +0.50% (price 30291.00), with very low CVD energy flow (4.47 thousand), which may indicate testing demand under low liquidity. At the same time, the TICKQ Background Radiation at -182.00 (with a SMA200 average of 29.04) indicates strong selling pressure in the broad Nasdaq market after the regular session close.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 35, which means a moderate advantage of capital inflow in general terms, despite the negative dynamics of the broad market.
  • QQQ option analysis: The options market shows neutral-bullish sentiment with a Put/Call Ratio at 0.94. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.89% and a volume of 6.55 mln contracts, the market anticipates a move within a corridor between 727.09 and 735.05 points, suggesting the building of support levels at the lower end of this range.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 12:07

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the futures session

  • the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. Despite the session close, data from the last regular session shows a significant divergence on the NDX Star: with a price drop of -0.13%, the cumulative energy flow (CVD) was 109.9 mln shares, suggesting passive absorption of supply and strong institutional accumulation in the final phase of the session.
  • Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading (Futures), NQ Probe contracts are trading up (+0.49%) at a price of 30289.00, which constitutes a demand test. However, the Background Radiation (TICKQ) at a level of -182.00 (with an SMA200 average of 29.04) indicates strong selling pressure in the broad Nasdaq market after the session close.
  • Sentiment and liquidity: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 35, indicating a moderate advantage in capital inflow. The QQQ Dyson Sphere options market with a volume of 6.55 mln and a Put/Call ratio at 0.94 suggests a neutral-bullish sentiment with a slight tendency to hedge long positions.
  • Volatility and level analysis: Implied volatility (IV) is 18.89%, and the market-expected price range for the QQQ Dyson Sphere (QQQ) lies within the 727.09 – 735.05 range. The current QQQ price (731.03) is below the upper limit of this range, which, combined with low CVD on the ETF itself (962.36 thousand), may suggest consolidation before an attempt to return to higher levels.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 11:07

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the futures session

  • Analysis of the cash market and contracts: The cash market (Spot) remains closed. On NQ contracts, a price increase of +0.54% (30308.00) was recorded with low cumulative CVD energy flow (4,23K), suggesting a testing of demand under limited liquidity. The market flow direction indicator is 35, indicating a moderate advantage in capital inflow.
  • Broad market (TICKQ): A strong negative divergence of the TICKQ indicator was recorded at -182.00 (with an SMA200 average of 29.04), which testifies to strong selling pressure in the broad Nasdaq index after the close of the regular session.
  • NDX Anomaly: Despite a decrease in the NDX index price by (-0.13%), the cumulative CVD energy flow in the cash market is 109,9 M, which, given the current market structure, may indicate passive absorption of supply or accumulation at lower price levels.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) is 18.89%, and the Put/Call Volume Ratio at 0.94 suggests a neutral sentiment with a slight skew towards protecting long positions. The market-expected price range for QQQ lies between 727.09 – 735.05.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 10:07

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the futures session

  • Situation in the contracts and indices market: The cash session (Spot) is currently closed. In pre-market trading, we observe slight selling pressure; NQ contracts are down 0.15% (30154.00), which correlates with a 0.13% (30050.44) decline in the NDX index and a 0.14% (731.03) decline in the QQQ ETF at the close of the regular session. The broad Nasdaq market (TICKQ) shows strong negative dynamics at the level of -182.00, confirming selling dominance in the last cycle.
  • Sentiment and flows: The flow direction indicator is -30, which indicates a clear advantage of capital distribution and negative market sentiment at the current moment.
  • QQQ options market analysis: The options market prices implied volatility (IV) at a level of 18.89%, with volume exceeding 6.5 mln contracts. The Put/Call Ratio at a level of 0.94 suggests a near equilibrium between option buyers and sellers, with the market-expected range of movement for QQQ falling within the 727.09 – 735.05 interval. These data indicate the building of hedges around lower support levels.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 09:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) remains closed. Active trading is occurring exclusively on NQ futures contracts (30154.00, -0.15%), which, alongside simultaneous declines on the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ fund (731.03, -0.14%), indicates a continuation of slight selling pressure after the close of the regular session.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, signaling a dominance of capital distribution and negative sentiment in the current time window.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market shows moderate implied volatility (IV: 18.89%) with a volume of 6,558,755 contracts. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 suggests a relative balance between hedges and long positions, with the market-expected range of movement in the next cycle oscillating between 727.09 – 735.05.
  • Technical summary: Lack of data for the TICKQ indicator prevents an assessment of the broader market after the session. The current price structure indicates consolidation within a downtrend, where the key support level for QQQ remains the lower bound of the expected range (727.09).

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 08:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) remains closed. Activity is focused on NQ futures contracts, which are trading at 30154.00 (-0.15%), correlating with a slight undervaluation of the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ fund (731.03, -0.14%) at the close of the regular session.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, indicating a dominance of capital distribution and an excess of supply in the current setup.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) at 18.89% with a volume of 6,558,755 contracts suggests moderate expectations regarding market fluctuations. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 indicates relatively balanced sentiment, with a slight edge in long positions (call), which may suggest building hedges under support within the designated movement range (727.09 – 735.05).
  • Technical summary: Lack of data for the TICKQ indicator prevents an assessment of the broad market after the regular session. Current NQ contract dynamics and negative flow sentiment suggest persistent selling pressure within the futures session.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 07:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. Analysis is based on futures contracts trading and data from the regular session close.
  • Instrument situation: NQ contracts are trading at 30154.00 (-0.15%), which correlates with a slight correction on the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ ETF (731.03, -0.14%) recorded at the close. Aggregate capital flow sentiment is -30, indicating a dominance of distribution and the prevalence of selling pressure in the current cycle.
  • Options market (QQQ): Implied volatility (IV) remains at the level of 18.89%. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 with a volume of 6,558,755 suggests a relative balance between hedging and directional positions, with a slight tilt towards neutral sentiment. The market-expected movement range in the next cycle falls within the 727.09 – 735.05 interval.
  • Technical summary: The market is in a phase of a slight sell-off after the regular session. The lack of TICKQ data makes it impossible to assess the broad market in the current after-hours trading phase.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 06:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) remains closed. Analysis focuses on activity in NQ futures contracts and post-regular session data.
  • Flows and sentiment: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 0, indicating total market neutrality and a lack of clear dominance by buyers or sellers in the current time window. Data for NDX, NQ, and QQQ (CVD) are currently unavailable due to the lack of activity in the cash session.
  • Broad market: The TICKQ indicator currently provides no significant differentiating data relative to the SMA200 average, confirming low intra-session volatility.
  • QQQ options market: Implied Volatility (IV) at 18.89% with a volume of 6,558,755 contracts suggests a stable structure of expectations. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 indicates a close balance between hedging and directional positions. The expected range of movement for the instrument in the next cycle oscillates between 727.09 and 735.05 points.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 05:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. Analysis is based on futures contract trading and data from the regular session close.
  • NQ Contracts and Indices: the NQ Probe is recording a slight undervaluation (-0.15%) at a price of 30154.00, which correlates with the NDX index result (-0.13%) and the QQQ ETF (-0.14%) at the level of 731.03. The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, indicating a dominance of capital distribution and supply pressure in the current interval.
  • QQQ Options Market: implied volatility (IV) at the level of 18.89% with a volume of 6,558,755 contracts suggests moderate expectations regarding the amplitude of movement. The Put/Call Ratio at the level of 0.94 indicates a near equilibrium between hedging and long positions, with the market pricing a movement channel in the range of 727.09 – 735.05.
  • Summary: Lack of data for Background Radiation (TICKQ) makes it impossible to assess the strength of the broad market after the regular session. The current structure indicates a slight technical correction in an environment of seller advantage.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 04:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. Analysis is based on NQ futures trading and post-regular session data.
  • Situation on contracts and indices: NQ contracts are trading at 30154.00 (-0.15%), which correlates with a slight undervaluation of the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ ETF (731.03, -0.14%) at the close of the regular session.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, indicating a clear advantage of capital distribution and supply dominance in the current micro-time window.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) is 18.89%, with options volume at 6,558,755. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 suggests a relative balance between hedges and long positions, while the market simultaneously expects a move within the 727.09 – 735.05 corridor.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 03:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. Analysis is based on active NQ futures trading and data from the regular session close.
  • Situation on contracts and indices: NQ contracts are trading at 30154.00 (-0.15%), which correlates with a slight correction on the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ fund (731.03, -0.14%) recorded at the regular session close. The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, indicating the dominance of distribution and the prevalence of supply in the current market sentiment.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) is 18.89%, with option volume at 6,558,755. The Put/Call Ratio at 0.94 suggests moderate sentiment, with a slight lean towards short position hedging. The market-expected range of movement for QQQ lies within the 727.09 – 735.05 range.
  • Summary: The market is in a phase of slight supply pressure following the regular session. The lack of clear accumulation signals in the CVD data at the close of the cash session amidst negative sentiment suggests a risk of continued declines or testing of lower support levels in the near future.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 02:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: The cash market (NDX, QQQ) is currently closed. Activity is concentrated on NQ futures and the TICKQ indicator, which monitors sentiment residuals after the regular session.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 0, indicating total market neutrality and a lack of clear advantage between accumulation and distribution at this moment.
  • QQQ options analysis: The options market shows moderate implied volatility at the 18.89% level. The Put/Call Ratio is 0.94, suggesting relatively balanced sentiment with a slight advantage for long positions (Call). With options volume at the 6,558,755 level, the market is pricing in an expected range of movement between 727.09 and 735.05 points.
  • Technical summary: The lack of price data for NDX, NQ, and QQQ in the current log prevents an assessment of the relative strength of the indices against the regular session closing levels. Monitoring TICKQ is crucial for identifying potential false breakouts in after-hours trading.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 01:07

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the futures session

  • Market status: the cash session (Spot) is currently closed. Analysis is based on futures contracts trading and data from the regular session close.
  • Underlying instruments: NQ contracts are trading at 30154.00 (-0.15%), which correlates with a slight correction on the NDX index (30050.44, -0.13%) and the QQQ ETF (731.03, -0.14%) recorded at the close.
  • Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -30, indicating the dominance of capital distribution and supply prevalence in the current micro-trend.
  • QQQ options market: Implied volatility (IV) at 18.89% with a volume of 6,558,755 indicates moderate expectations regarding the amplitude of movement. The Put/Call Volume Ratio at 0.94 suggests a relative balance between hedges and long positions, with the market-expected range of movement for QQQ falling within 727.09 – 735.05.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-17 00:07