NAS100 Trading Guide 2026 — Spreads, Sessions & Strategy
US Tech 100 (Nasdaq). The world’s tech-heavy growth benchmark. Typical spreads 1.0–1.8 points (IC avg 1.81) raw, ~455 points (≈1.5%) daily range. Data as of 22 August 2026 — verify current spreads in your platform.
NAS100 at a Glance
What Moves NAS100
Tech earnings, Fed policy, yields, AI-cycle headlines.
NAS100 Correlations
Inverse to bond yields; tech earnings; BTC-linked sentiment.
Check live pair correlations with our Forex Correlation Matrix.
NAS100 Trading Strategy Notes
The most volatile US index — rate-sensitive growth names amplify Fed moves; breakout EAs shine on CPI/FOMC days.
Risk Notes
Wide swings and earnings gaps; avoid holding through big-tech earnings.
Best Sessions for NAS100
New York cash session + late Asia for tech earnings
Full session breakdown: NAS100 session times & hours.
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What is NAS100?
NAS100 is the US Tech 100 (Nasdaq) pair. The world’s tech-heavy growth benchmark.
What moves NAS100 the most?
Tech earnings, Fed policy, yields, AI-cycle headlines.
When is the best time to trade NAS100?
New York cash session + late Asia for tech earnings.
What is the spread on NAS100?
Representative spreads as of 22 August 2026: 1.0–1.8 points (IC avg 1.81) on raw/ECN accounts and 2.0–3.5 points on standard accounts. Spreads widen around news and at rollover (21:00–22:00 GMT).
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Data compiled 22 August 2026 from IC Markets product specification sheets, Myfxbook live spread/swap/volatility feeds and public education sources (FOREX.com Academy, BabyPips, FXStreet). Spreads, swaps and daily ranges change continuously — values above are representative, not quotes, and vary by broker. Verify everything in your platform's contract specification window. Educational content only — not financial advice. See our Terms.
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