Catalysts & Headlines (CT)

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Inflation print can reset rate expectations and reprice tech duration
A hotter read typically pressures NQ via higher yields and USD strength, while a cooler read can spark a fast risk-on squeeze.
07:30
Presidential comments can introduce headline-driven volatility
Unexpected policy or geopolitical remarks can widen ranges and trigger rapid de-risking in index futures.
15:25

Economic Calendar (CT)

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07:30Core CPI m/mHigh
07:30CPI m/mHigh
07:30CPI y/yHigh
09:30Crude Oil InventoriesMed
12:0110-y Bond AuctionMed
13:00Federal Budget BalanceMed

Key Levels — NQ

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LevelPriceType
R325180Resistance
R225120Resistance
R125060Resistance
POC25010POC
Pivot25000Pivot
S124940Support
S224888Support
S324820Support

Overnight Session

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NQ Globex
25007.75
25.25
ES Globex
6779.00
-8.25
VIX
24.80
-0.13
10Y Yield
4.210
0.074
DXY
99.21
0.38
Crude
86.85
3.40

Market Context

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Gamma Exposure — positive GEX pins price; negative GEX amplifies moves.
GEX58
Put/Call Ratio — above 1.0 = fear/hedging; below 0.7 = complacency/reversal risk.
Put-Call55
Front-month vs back-month VIX spread. Contango = calm. Backwardation = hedging demand.
VIX Term Structure42
Dark Pool Index — higher DIX (>45%) = institutional buying; lower = distribution.
DIX52
% of stocks above key MA. High = trend confirmed; divergence = rotation warning.
Breadth47

Session Playbook

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Bull Case
OrderBuy Stop
Entry25061-25080
Stop25020
TP125120
TP225180
Breakout above R1 signals buyers absorbing CPI volatility; targets are nearby resistance pockets while keeping risk tight back below the pivot/POC zone.
Bear Case
OrderSell Stop
Entry24879-24860
Stop24940
TP124820
TP224740
Loss of the overnight low area risks liquidation with yields/USD bid; follow-through favors quick continuation into lower supports.
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