US Stock Pre-Market Briefing | August 17, 2026

Key View: The index has shown short-term top divergence signals, and the TD Sequential indicator suggests that bullish momentum is nearing exhaustion. However, the weekly chart has confirmed a halt in the decline. Any pullback on the daily chart could be viewed as a buying opportunity.The early part of this week is not a key turning point; the window for a potential trend change is expected next week.

Risk Disclaimer: The above analysis is based on technical charts and data projections for reference only and does not constitute specific investment advice. Market volatility is high; please combine with real-time market conditions.

I. Index Environment and Strategy

Current Status: The yellow candlestick on the Nasdaq has disappeared, forming a 'left-side high harami' pattern, with no bearish engulfing candle observed. As long as the low of the yellow candlestick holds, the short-term outlook remains bullish, but investors should be wary of weakening upward momentum.

TD Sequential Signal: Although bulls remain strong, the TD Sequential countdown has completed, suggesting potential short-term exhaustion. Caution is advised against chasing highs.

Weekly Chart Level: The breakout of the blue candlestick confirms a medium-term stabilization. On the daily chart, wait for a pullback after the yellow candlestick to identify buy opportunities.

II. Key Levels and Turning Points

TD Price Projection (Coefficient 3):

Key Support Below: 24151.55

Key resistance levels above: 26896

Intraday pivot points (Hong Kong Time): 21:45 | 23:15 | 02:00 next day

Nasdaq futures reference:

Resistance: 26795.66

Support: 26595.45

3. Technical Analysis of Selected Stocks

NVDA:After the weekly chart retraced to the purple band, a blue candle breakout confirmed the end of the decline, indicating a bullish medium-term trend. However, as the weekly chart has touched the yellow candle level, be cautious of a short-term pullback.Current levels are not suitable for adding positions.。

AMZN:The weekly blue candle's bullish engulfment pattern confirms strong momentum, while the daily chart is accelerating after a second retracement. Currently, the price has retraced to the purple band and formed a blue candle.A breakout will support further bullish outlook.。

RKLB:The daily rebound drove a weekly blue candlestick engulfing pattern, halting the decline. Watch for resistance at previous highs; profits have been taken and positions are currently closed.

Key price levels: Longfei Line resistance 83.50, support around 72. If the close is strong above 86.83, consider adding to positions.

TSLA (Tesla):

The daily chart shows a "TD Sequential + Yellow Candlestick" combination, suggesting caution against a short-term pullback. The weekly trend remains bearish, but a blue candlestick engulfing pattern has appeared near the Longfei Line.

Key observation points: If the daily chart can effectively break through the purple trend band, a medium-term rebound may unfold. Currently, consolidation persists without a breakout,Hold off for now and stay on the sidelines。

Risk Warning: The above analysis is based on technical charts and data modeling, for reference only, and does not constitute specific investment advice. Market volatility is high; please make prudent decisions based on real-time market conditions.

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