Do you believe the tight range in the Q's (Nasdaq: QQQQ) today? One thing is for sure, this narrow range should not last much longer prior to a spike in one direction or other. Meanwhile, the key support line off of the September 20 low at 49.92, which cuts across the price axis now at 52.80, remains intact and is containing further price deterioration. A violation of 52.70 and downside follow-through are necessary to trigger more significant sell signals that point to 51.75/50 next. On the other hand, a climb above 53.28/30 is needed to trigger upside continuation to at least 53.50/60.



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