Micro Nasdaq futures sustained gains during morning trading, benefiting from a strong showing in the semiconductor sector, which posted a 3.5% uptick. Investors are increasingly confident about Q3 earnings prospects, adding to long exposure. Support zones between 17,940–17,980 continue to hold. Editor’s Note : The future prices of benchmark tracking ETFs were updated in the story . A newsletter built for market enthusiasts by market enthusiasts. Top stories, top movers, and trade ideas delivered to your inbox every weekday before and after the market closes. Micro Nasdaq futures are showing strength after a tech-heavy rally on Wall Street. Traders are watching upcoming macro catalysts, including jobless claims and manufacturing PMIs, to gauge sustainability. Current patterns point to sustained bids in high-growth segments, with near-term targets set around 18,