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Asia Open Briefing — Wed, Aug 12

      Published August 11, 2026 · Asia session open · ES & NQ futures, translated to SPY/QQQ
    

Balanced 58/100

Tone

Markets are trading near the upper boundary of their early session ranges following a rebound from lower test wicks on both ES and NQ. The tape shows moderate stability around recent highs, reflecting a cautious but steady tone. Traders remain watchful as price consolidates at elevated levels ahead of major economic data.

Key levels — futures & ETF equivalents

      ES early session high
      7752.25 (SPY ~$775.23)
    

      ES lower test wick
      7743.00 (SPY ~$774.30)
    

      NQ early session high
      29640.25 (QQQ ~$722.93)
    

      NQ lower test wick
      29605.00 (QQQ ~$722.07)
    

Positioning views

SPY premarket levels QQQ premarket levels ES overnight levels NQ overnight levels

Market Structure Academy

Market Profile POC VAH VAL Overnight inventory Failed auction Overnight high/low Previous close

On the calendar

Upcoming catalysts are dominated by US CPI data scheduled for release at 8:30 AM ET, which serves as the primary high-impact driver for the session. Additionally, light European inflation updates and bond auctions provide minor overnight context.

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