Nasdaq Futures / NQ – Forecast for 24 April 2025

Mixed-to-bullish sentiment is expected today. We expect a single-day consolidation cycle today, likely setting a significant pivot for the next cycle. The next time cycle, which begins tomorrow on 25 April 2025, is bullish until 3 May 2025.

Yesterday, we expected a bullish move right at the opening. That part worked out; however, the expected trend was not seen. Due to volatility, the intraday sentiment timings were unsuitable for trading.

We were cautious yesterday because of the divergence between price action and the time cycle seen two days ago. And yesterday, initially it looked like the divergence was about to end - to disappoint later in the day.
The divergence continues, and we will remain cautious around our bias.

Today's time cycle has "no indication" for the sentiment on NQ. This could either mean a consolidation cycle, a significant pivot for the next big market move, or both. This no-indication cycle is too short and could have started midday yesterday, and if so, we might be near its end today. The next time cycle is bullish, so our bias will remain mildly bullish based on the time cycles. NQ made an important high yesterday (on 23 April 2025), which is likely a secondary preemptive indication in favor of the bullish bias.

Note: This is only the daily bias shared here.

Today's opening trade bias. (9.30 am)

At 9.30 am, we are likely to see bullish moves, which are expected to last for at least the first 30-45 minutes.

Either at 9.25 a.m. (5 minutes to open) or at 9.30 a.m., we could see a short-term bottom being formed, and the bullish moves may start. If the price is at an important support level at these two times, we are looking at a high-probability bullish move.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is purely educational and analytical and represents my personal market analysis and trading plan. It should NOT be interpreted as trading advice, actionable signals, or recommendations. Trading involves a substantial risk of financial loss. Always perform your analysis and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making trading decisions.

High probability events and timings

These are high-probability event timings. Expect sudden movements during these timeframes.

The Bullish or Bearish indication should be considered in confluence with price action and appropriate trade locations. A Bullish signal in a short-term price downtrend may not yield better results.

Always use a stop loss and manage risk.
Use these signals in confluence with price action.
Always enter at an appropriate trade location. Do not chase the price

(All times below are in US/Eastern or New York time)

09:09 to 09:13 ↑ Bullish

09:49 to 09:53 ↓ Bearish
10:00 to 10:07 ↓ Bearish
10:31 to 10:35 ↓ Bearish

10:49 to 10:53 ↑ Bullish

10:57 to 11:02 ↓ Bearish

11:02 to 11:06 ↑ Bullish
11:07 to 11:12 ↑ Bullish

11:16 to 11:21 ↓ Bearish

12:16 to 12:22 ↑ Bullish
13:05 to 13:11 ↑ Bullish

14:37 to 14:43 ↓ Bearish

14:47 to 14:51 ↑ Bullish
15:01 to 15:05 ↑ Bullish

15:15 to 15:20 ↓ Bearish

15:38 to 15:43 ↑ Bullish

15:43 to 15:50 ↓ Bearish

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is purely educational, analytical, and represents my personal market analysis and trading plan. It should NOT be interpreted as trading advice, actionable signals, or recommendations. Trading involves substantial risk of financial loss. Always perform your own analysis and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making trading decisions.