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Nasdaq and politics

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Nasdaq futures pare some of its overnight and momentum selling during the morning busy European morning session.

  • Tech stocks are under pressure, on the likelihood of a double Dem Georgia wins.
  • Desks and investors are concerned on policy related key issues, such as antitrust law and net neutrality.
  • Biden in his mandate pointed out to 4 priorities, as soon as he takes office. Covid, economic recovery, racial equity, and climate change.
  • Although tech was mentioned,, the focus here was more on expanding Internet access, than regulation on the bit tech,
  • Forward outlook is still unclear, but worth remembering that Internet companies have been some of Biden's top donors.
  • Technically: Further downside traction in NQH1, would eye support at the 21st Dec double bottom (hourly chart) at 12461

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