H-LOG 2026.08.18 [EN]

📈 [2026-08-18 23:07]

H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. The NDX Star closed the session with a result of -1,68% (29495,80), with a significant negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -220,25 mln, which confirms strong selling pressure during the regular session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at the level of 717,62 (-1,66%) with a negative CVD of -1,96 mln.
Futures market and broad market: NQ Probe contracts show a continuation of the downward trend, noting 29559,50 (-1,69%). A very strong negative divergence in the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator (-547,00 compared to the SMA200 average of -26,63) indicates extreme supply dominance and a lack of purchasing power in the broad market after the session close.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, which signals a predominance of capital distribution and negative market sentiment.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment (Put/Call Ratio: 1,14) with a volume of 7,74 mln contracts. Implied volatility (IV) at the level of 19,85% and the expected movement range (713,09 – 722,33) suggest that investors are hedging positions around lower support levels, preparing for increased volatility.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 23:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The regular session is closed. The NDX Star closed with a decrease of -1.68% (29495.80), with a significant negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -220.25 M, confirming strong selling pressure during the session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) recorded a decrease of 1.66% (717.62) with a negative CVD of around -1.96 M.
Futures and broad market: Active trading of NQ Probe contracts is occurring at a valuation of 29582.25 (-1.71%). The Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator shows extreme extremity at the level of -462.00 (with a SMA200 average of -22.59), which testifies to deep selling dominance in the broad Nasdaq market after the main session. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -10, indicating a clear advantage of distribution over accumulation.
Options market: Analysis of QQQ derivatives shows an increase in interest in hedging – the Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1.14 suggests a dominance of short positions. With implied volatility (IV) at 19.66% and a volume of 7,310,330, the market is pricing the expected range of movement between 712.76 and 722.20.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 22:07

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the cash session (Spot)

Cash market and derivatives: Strong selling pressure was noted on all major instruments. The NDX index fell by 1.72% (29479.05), and NQ contracts by 1.74% (29572.00). Cumulative energy flow (CVD) for NDX is -9.93M, which, combined with the simultaneous drop in the index price, indicates intensive capital distribution in the base sector. A similar trend occurs in the QQQ ETF (-1.72%).
Broad market (TICKQ): The TICKQ indicator is at -59.00, which constitutes a clear deviation from the SMA200 average (-18.45), confirming the rapid and disjointed nature of the sell-off across the entire Nasdaq market.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -20, confirming the dominance of distribution over accumulation in the current session cycle.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows an increase in volatility expectations (IV: 19.51%). The Put/Call Volume Ratio at 1.14 suggests a prevalence of hedging positions and increased interest in put options. With a volume of 6.53 million contracts, the market expected range is shaping up in the interval of 712.39 – 721.87.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 21:07

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the cash session (Spot)

Index and flow analysis: The market is in a strong distribution phase. The NDX index (-1.75%) and QQQ (-1.75%) are recording clear declines, confirming accumulated negative capital flow (CVD NDX: -13,29 M; CVD QQQ: -1,16 M). NQ contracts (-1.76%) show correlation with the cash market, with negative CVD at the level of -30,35 K. The aggregate flow direction indicator is -20, signaling a clear dominance of selling over demand.
Broad market: The TICKQ indicator is -429.00, which represents an extreme deviation from the SMA200 average (-16.92). This indicates a panic sell-off of Nasdaq broad market components and a lack of any support structure in the current downward impulse.
Options market: An increase in implied volatility (IV) to the level of 19.64% and a Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1.15 indicate growing bearish sentiment and intense building of hedging positions. With an options volume of 5,666,428, the market is pricing the expected range of movement between 714.11 – 723.53 for QQQ.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 20:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the cash session (Spot)

Index and flow analysis: The market is in a clear distribution phase. The NDX Star is losing 1.51% (29541.80), and the NQ Probes are falling by 1.53% (29635.75). The cumulative CVD energy flow on the NDX shows negative pressure at the level of -6.91 M, which, combined with a simultaneous 1.52% drop in the Dyson Sphere (QQQ), confirms the dominance of supply in the cash market. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -20, indicating a clear advantage of funds flowing out of the market.
Broad market: The Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator oscillates around 1.00, which, with the SMA200 average at the level of -7.76, suggests an attempt to stabilize the broad Nasdaq market, however, this is not sufficient to reverse the local downward trend.
QQQ options market: High implied volatility (IV: 19.53%) and a Put/Call Volume Ratio at the level of 1.11 indicate increasing expectations for further volatility and the building of hedging positions by investors. The market-expected range of movement for the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) lies within the range of 714.02 – 723.82 with an options volume of 4,789,475.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 19:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the cash session (Spot)

Analysis of indices and flows: The market is in a clear distribution phase. The NDX Star is losing 1.50% (29546.71), and NQ Probe contracts are falling by 1.52% (29637.25). Cumulative CVD fuel on the cash market (NDX) is -4.61 M, which, coupled with a simultaneous price drop, indicates strong selling pressure. The aggregate capital flow sentiment at -20 confirms supply dominance across the entire technology sector.
Broad market: Background Radiation (TICKQ) is at 37.00, which, with the SMA200 average at -0.96, suggests a temporary technical rebound within the ongoing downward trend; however, this is insufficient to change the market structure.
the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) options market: Option data indicates an increase in caution and the building of hedging positions. The Put/Call Volume Ratio at 1.14 with a volume of 3 812 539 contracts suggests a dominance of "put" positions, which is typical for hedging under supply conditions. Implied Volatility (IV) is 19.89%, and the expected range of movement for QQQ is within the 711.63 – 722.61 interval.

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

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the cash session (Spot)

Index and flow analysis: The market is under strong selling pressure. The NDX index (-1.75%) and NQ contracts (-1.78%) show a clear downward trend, which is also confirmed by the QQQ ETF (-1.75%). The cumulative energy flow (CVD) in the cash market is negative for all key instruments (NDX: -25,02 M; QQQ: -730,35 K), indicating the dominance of distribution. The flow direction indicator is -8, confirming the prevalence of capital outflow at the current time.
Broad market: A very strong negative divergence in the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator, which at a value of -92.00 is extremely below its SMA200 (5.11), signaling deep panic and mass sell-off of technology sector components.
Options market: In the QQQ options market, a volume of 2 456 771 contracts was recorded with a Put/Call Ratio of 1.18, indicating increased interest in hedging and the dominance of short positions. Implied volatility (IV) at a level of 19.64% suggests an expectation of higher volatility, with the market-implied range of movement between 714.21 – 725.35.

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

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the cash session (Spot)

NDX and NQ divergence analysis: A significant anomaly was noted on the cash market; despite a decline in the NDX index by -1.46% (29557.55), the cumulative energy flow (CVD) is 2.93 M, which at this scale indicates strong, institutional absorption of supply and passive accumulation in the sector. In contrast to the cash market, NQ contracts show negative energy flow (-19,99 K) and greater downward pressure (-1.48%), suggesting distribution in the futures market.
Broad market and sentiment: The TICKQ Background Radiation at the level of -317.00 (with a SMA200 average of 13.66) confirms strong selling dominance in the Nasdaq broad market. The aggregate flow direction indicator is 2, which, given such a deep negative TICKQ, suggests an almost complete neutralization of sentiment by the inflow of capital in the spot market.
QQQ options market: The options market shows moderate tension with a Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1.05, indicating a slight advantage of hedging positions over long positions. With implied volatility (IV) at the level of 19.59% and a volume of 562,767, the markets are pricing in an expected movement range of 704.06 – 734.64 for the QQQ ETF.
Technical summary: The current situation resembles a bear trap formation on the cash market, where despite price declines, the aggressive inflow of capital (NDX CVD) suggests building a base for a potential rebound, while the futures market and the broad market remain in a strong downward trend.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 16:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. The latest data from the regular session indicates the dominance of selling pressure; the NDX Star closed at -0.17% with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -246.92 mln shares. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF recorded a decrease of 0.16% with a negative flow of -2.13 mln.
Futures market and sentiment: NQ Probe contracts show higher volatility and greater selling pressure (-1.30%) compared to the cash index. The flow direction indicator is -10, confirming the dominance of capital distribution. A very low Background Radiation (TICKQ) level (-751.00) with a SMA200 average of 21.48 suggests strong, negative momentum of the broad market after the session close.
Options market: The QQQ options market shows a bearish sentiment (Put/Call Ratio = 1.19), which, with a volume of 6.55 mln contracts, indicates active hedging or speculative positions on declines. Implied volatility (IV) at the level of 18.76% suggests an expectation of greater movement dynamics in the predicted range of 724.38 – 735.36 pts.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 15:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market remains closed. The latest readings of the NDX index (-0.17%) and QQQ ETF (-0.16%) indicate slight selling pressure, with the cumulative energy flow (CVD) on NDX at -246.92 M, confirming the dominance of distribution during the regular session.
Futures and broad market: NQ contracts show higher downward volatility (-1.08%) relative to the underlying index. The Background Radiation (TICKQ) at the level of -751.00 (with a SMA200 average of 21.48) signals strong, negative broad market dynamics after the close of the regular session. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -10, indicating a predominance of outflows.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment, confirmed by the Put/Call Ratio at 1.19. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76% and a volume of 6,548,713, investors are building hedging positions towards lower levels, with an expected range of movement between 724.38 – 735.36.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 14:07

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the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. At the close, the NDX Star recorded a decline of -0.17% (29995.38), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -246.92 mln shares, indicating selling pressure during the session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative energy flow (CVD) of -2.13 mln.
Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading (Futures), the NQ Probe contracts show greater downward volatility, falling by -1.10% to the level of 29764.00. The broad Nasdaq market (TICKQ) shows strong negative dynamics at the level of -751.00, which, with a SMA200 average of 21.48, confirms the dominance of the downward trend and great strength of supply pressure.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -10, signaling the dominance of capital distribution and overall negative market sentiment.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment (Put/Call Ratio = 1.19), which, with a volume of 6.54 mln contracts, suggests building hedging positions against further undervaluation. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.76%, and the market-expected range of movement for QQQ is within the 724.38 – 735.36 range.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 13:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

Market status and sentiment: The cash session (Spot) is currently closed. In after-hours trading, we observe supply dominance; the aggregate flow direction indicator is -10, signaling capital distribution dominance. The broad Nasdaq market (TICKQ) shows strong negative dynamics at the level of -751.00, which, with an SMA200 average of 21.48, indicates strong selling pressure in the sector.
Futures contracts (NQ): the NQ Probe is under pressure, losing 1.20% (price: 29733.50) with a negative cumulative CVD fuel flow (-16,7 K), confirming the continuation of the downward trend in futures trading.
Cash market analysis (close): the NDX Star closed the session with a slight loss (-0.17%), however, the cumulative CVD fuel flow at the level of -246,92 M indicates significant selling activity in the cash sector. the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF recorded a decline of 0.16% (729.85) with negative CVD (-2,13 M).
QQQ options market: Options data indicates an increase in volatility expectations (IV: 18.76%). The Put/Call Ratio at 1.19 suggests a sentiment tilt towards downside hedging or speculation on declines. The expected range of movement for QQQ lies within the 724.38 – 735.36 range.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 12:07

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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 the session with a result of -0,17% (29998,88), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -143,09 mln, indicating selling pressure in the sector. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF ended the session at 729,85 (-0,16%) with a negative CVD energy flow of -2,13 mln.
Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading, the NQ Probes are recording higher downward volatility (-1,13%, price 29757,00) with minimal negative CVD (-15,75 tys.). The Background Radiation (TICKQ) at the level of -751,00 (with a SMA200 average of 21,48) confirms strong supply dominance and negative dynamics of the Nasdaq broad market.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, signaling a slight prevalence of capital distribution over accumulation.
QQQ options market: A volume of 6 548 713 contracts was recorded in the options market with a Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1,19, indicating a prevalence of hedging positions or expectations for further declines. Implied volatility (IV) is 18,76%, and the market is pricing the expected range of movement between 724,38 and 735,36 points.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 11:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market remains closed. At close, the NDX index recorded a decrease of -0.17% (29998.88), with a cumulative CVD energy flow at a level of -143,09 M, indicating selling pressure in the regular session. QQQ ETF closed at 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative flow of -2,13 M.
Futures and broad market: the NQ Probe shows higher downward volatility (-1.13%, price 29757.25) compared to the cash index, suggesting a sell-off in the derivatives market. A very low level of Background Radiation (TICKQ) (-751.00) with a SMA200 average of 21.48 confirms strong supply dominance and negative broad market dynamics after the regular session.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, signaling a slight advantage of capital distribution and negative market sentiment.
Options market: In the QQQ options market, a volume of 6,548,713 was recorded with a Put/Call Ratio of 1.19, which testifies to the prevalence of hedging positions or expectations for further declines. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.76%, and the market-expected range of movement for QQQ lies within the range of 724.38 – 735.36.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 10:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot) status: The cash session (Spot) is currently closed. The latest readings for the NDX index (-0.17%) and QQQ ETF (-0.16%) indicate slight selling pressure, with the cumulative CVD energy flow for NDX at -143.09 M and for QQQ at -2.13 M confirming capital distribution during the regular session.
Futures and broad market trading: the NQ Probe is currently under pressure, losing 0.67% (price: 29896.00), which, given the negative CVD (-11.49 K), suggests a continuation of the downward trend in after-hours trading. A very strong negative divergence on the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator (-751.00 compared to the SMA200 average of 21.48) indicates deep supply dominance in the Nasdaq broad market.
Sentiment and liquidity: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, meaning a slight advantage of distribution over accumulation. The market is in a sell-off phase, with no signals of a return to neutrality.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment, confirmed by the Put/Call Ratio at 1.19. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76% and a volume of 6,548,713, investors are building hedging positions, targeting the lower bounds of the expected range of movement (24.38 - 35.36 points from the 729.85 level).

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 09:07

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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 the session at 29998.88 (-0.17%), with a cumulative CVD energy flow at -143,09 M, indicating selling pressure in the cash sector. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF ended the session at 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative flow of -2,13 M.
Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading, NQ Probe contracts show greater volatility, falling by 1.00% to the level of 29796.50. The Background Radiation (TICKQ) index is -751.00 (with the SMA200 average at 21.48), confirming strong supply dominance and negative Nasdaq broad market dynamics after the session close.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, signaling a slight dominance of capital distribution and negative market sentiment.
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 dominance of hedging positions or expectations for further downward pressure. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.76%, and the market-expected range of movement for QQQ oscillates around 724.38 – 735.36.

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

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. In the last regular session, the NDX Star recorded a decrease of 0.17% (price 29998.88), with a negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at -143.09 mln, indicating selling pressure in the base sector.
Futures and broad market: In current after-hours trading (Futures), NQ Probe contracts are falling by 0.68% (29890.00), which, combined with an extremely low Background Radiation (TICKQ) reading (-751.00 compared to the 21.48 average), suggests strong supply dominance and negative Nasdaq broad market dynamics. The aggregate capital flow sentiment is -10, confirming the prevalence of distribution over accumulation.
the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment, confirmed by the Put/Call Ratio at 1.19. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, the market is pricing the expected range of movement for the QQQ instrument in the 724.38 – 735.36 interval, suggesting a concentration of hedging in the lower registers before the session opening.

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

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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 29998.88 (-0.17%), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at -143,09 M, indicating selling pressure in the cash sector before the close.
NQ contract trading and broad market: NQ contracts show declines of 0.68% (price 29889.50), which, with an extremely low Background Radiation (TICKQ) reading (-751.00 compared to the 21.48 average), confirms strong, negative Nasdaq broad market dynamics in after-hours trading.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction index is -10, signaling capital distribution dominance and supply prevailing over demand in the current cycle.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a bearish sentiment (Put/Call Ratio at 1.19). With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, investors are hedging positions against a downward move, assuming the expected range of the QQQ instrument within the 724.38 – 735.36 interval.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 06:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market remains closed. The NDX Star closed the session at 29998.88 (-0.17%), with a cumulative CVD energy flow at -143,09 M, indicating selling pressure in the cash sector. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF ended the session at a price of 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative flow of -2,13 M.
Futures and broad market: NQ Probes show decreases of 0.62% (price: 29908.50) with negative CVD (-8,55 K). Negative sentiment is confirmed by the Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator, which stands at -751.00, which, with the SMA200 average at 21.48, signals strong supply dominance and extremely negative broad market dynamics after the close of the regular session.
Sentiment and liquidity: The aggregate flow direction indicator is -10, meaning a slight advantage of capital distribution over accumulation.
Options market (QQQ): 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 speculation on declines. Implied Volatility (IV) is 18.76%, and the market range of movement for QQQ is defined in the range 724.38 – 735.36.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 05:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. At the close, the NDX Star recorded a decrease of -0.17% (29998.88), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at a level of -143.09M, indicating selling pressure in the cash sector. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative energy flow of -2.13M.
Futures and broad market: Active trading of the NQ Probe shows a slight undervaluation (-0.33%) to the level of 29997.50. The Background Radiation (TICKQ) index is -751.00, which, with an SMA200 average at the level of 21.48, 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 bearish sentiment, as confirmed by the Put/Call Ratio at a level of 1.19. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, the market prices the expected range of movement for the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) in the interval 724.38 – 735.36. High options volume (6,548,713) suggests intensive building of hedging positions ahead of potential volatility.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 04:07

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the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. The NDX Star closed the session at 29998.88 (-0.17%), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at -143,09 M. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF ended the session at a price of 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative energy flow (CVD) of -2,13 M.
Futures and broad market: Active trading of NQ Probe contracts shows stabilization at the level of 30100.25 (+0.01%), which, with almost zero CVD (243), suggests a lack of a clear directional impulse in after-hours trading. The Background Radiation (TICKQ) index is -751.00 (with an SMA200 average = 21.48), indicating strong selling pressure and negative broad market dynamics after the close of the regular session.
Sentiment and liquidity: The aggregate flow direction index is 10, which on a scale of -100 to +100 means a very weak capital inflow advantage, approaching a neutral state with a slight upward trend.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a tilt towards hedging or expectations of declines, as evidenced by a Put/Call Ratio at 1.19. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76% and an options volume of 6,548,713, the market is pricing in an expected range of movement between 724.38 – 735.36.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 03:07

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H-LOG: Professionals Report

the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. After the last session, the NDX index closed with a decrease of -0.17% (29 998.88), with negative cumulative energy flow (CVD) at a level of -143.09 mln, indicating selling pressure in the spot sector. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at a price of 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative CVD of -2.13 mln.
Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading (Futures), NQ contracts show slight stabilization at the 30 100.00 level (+0.01%) with minimal positive CVD (815). However, the broad market Background Radiation (TICKQ) remains strongly negative at -751.00 (with an SMA200 average of 21.48), suggesting persistent weakness in sentiment after the close of the regular session.
Sentiment and liquidity: The aggregate flow direction index is 10, which on a scale from -100 to +100 means a nearly neutral, but slightly positive sentiment, suggesting a lack of clear dominance by either side at the current moment.
QQQ options analysis: The options market shows a prevalence of short positions (Put/Call Ratio = 1.19), which with a volume of 6 548 713 contracts suggests building hedges or expecting greater volatility. Implied volatility (IV) is 18.76%, and the market range of movement for QQQ is estimated in the range 724.38 – 735.36.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 02:07

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the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. At the close, the NDX Star recorded a decline of -0.17% (29 998.63 pts), with a cumulative CVD energy flow at the level of -143.09 mln, indicating selling pressure in the regular session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative flow of -2.13 mln.
Futures and broad market: In after-hours trading (Futures), the NQ Probes show a slight correction to the level of 30 079.00 (-0.06%). The Background Radiation (TICKQ) stands at -751.00, which, with a SMA200 average at 21.48, 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 indicates an increase in defensive sentiment. The Put/Call Ratio at 1.19 suggests a prevalence of hedging positions or expectations of further downward pressure. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, the market is pricing the expected range of movement for the Dyson Sphere (QQQ) between 726.00 and 733.74.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 01:07

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the futures session

the cash session (Spot): The cash market is currently closed. The NDX Star closed the session with a result of -0.17% (29998.63), with a cumulative energy flow (CVD) at the level of -143.09 mln, indicating selling pressure during the regular session. The Dyson Sphere (QQQ) ETF closed at a value of 729.85 (-0.16%) with a negative energy flow (CVD) of -2.13 mln.
Futures contracts and broad market: Active trading on NQ Probe contracts shows a slight correction (-0.06% to the level of 30078.50) with a nearly neutral energy flow (CVD) (248). The Background Radiation (TICKQ) indicator records strong negative radiation at the level of -751.00 (with a SMA200 average of 21.48), confirming supply dominance and negative broad market sentiment after the session close.
Sentiment and flows: The aggregate flow direction indicator is 10, which on a scale from -100 to +100 suggests a very weak advantage of capital inflow, oscillating close to the neutral point with a slight deviation towards distribution.
QQQ options analysis: The options market indicates an increase in caution; the Put/Call Ratio at the level of 1.19 suggests a dominance of hedging positions or expectations of declines. With implied volatility (IV) at 18.76%, the market prices the expected range of movement between 726.00 – 733.74.

H-Log Report: 2026-08-18 00:07

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