NASDAQSIGNALS 
Nasdaq-100 root symbols.
Every Nasdaq-100 trading product starts with a root symbol. The front-month contract appends a month code and year digit — but for signals, analysis, and search, the root symbol is what matters.
| Symbol | Name | Exchange | Type | Pt Value | Tick | Tick $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NQ | E-mini Nasdaq-100 | CME | Futures | $20 | 0.25 pts | $5.00 |
| MNQ | Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100 | CME | Futures | $2 | 0.25 pts | $0.50 |
| NDX | Nasdaq-100 Index | Nasdaq | Index | N/A | 0.01 | N/A |
| NAS100 | Nasdaq-100 CFD | Broker | CFD | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| US100 | Nasdaq-100 CFD (alt) | Broker | CFD | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| QQQ | Invesco QQQ Trust | NASDAQ | ETF | $1/share | $0.01 | $0.01 |
CME futures month codes.
CME equity index futures use single-letter month codes. Nasdaq-100 contracts (NQ, MNQ) expire quarterly in March, June, September, and December. A full contract symbol combines root + month + year: NQH6 = NQ March 2026.
How to read a full contract: NQM6 = NQ (E-mini Nasdaq-100) + M (June) + 6 (2026). On some platforms the year is two digits; others use four. Most trading platforms auto-select the front month when you type just NQ.
How each platform displays NQ symbols.
NQM6 Root + month code + 1-digit year. Front-month auto-selected. Type "NQ" and the platform fills the rest.
NQ 06-26 Root + space + month-year. Alternatively accepts NQM6 format. Continuous contract: NQ ##-##.
CME_MINI:NQ1! Exchange prefix + root + contract number + ! for continuous. For specific month: CME_MINI:NQM2026.
/NQ Forward slash + root for continuous. For specific month: /NQM26. Micro: /MNQ or /MNQM26.
NQ Root symbol. IB auto-selects the front month. For continuous data use NQ-IND or add @CME suffix.
NAS100 CFD brokers use NAS100, US100, or US100. Not the CME symbol — broker-specific naming.
NQ-202606-GLB Root-year-month-exchange. Or NQ-##-CME for continuous contract.
US100 CFD platforms typically use US100, US100, or NAS100 depending on the broker.
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Every way traders search for Nasdaq futures.
Traders search for Nasdaq futures signals using dozens of variations. Here is every common naming pattern — these are all covered by our signal pages and glossary.
Nasdaq futures FAQ.
What does NQ stand for in futures trading? ▼
NQ is the CME ticker symbol for the E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures contract. It represents a $20 per point contract tracking the Nasdaq-100 Index. The "E-mini" designation means it is an electronically traded, smaller version of the original full-size contract. NQ is one of the most liquid equity index futures in the world.
How do I read a full NQ contract code like NQH6? ▼
NQH6 breaks down as: NQ (E-mini Nasdaq-100) + H (March — the month code) + 6 (2026). So NQH6 = NQ March 2026 contract. CME equity futures expire quarterly: H = March, M = June, U = September, Z = December. Most platforms auto-select the front month when you type just "NQ".
What's the difference between NQ, MNQ, and NAS100? ▼
NQ is the standard E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures at $20 per point on the CME. MNQ is the Micro version at $2 per point — 1/10th the size. NAS100 is the CFD name used by forex brokers. All three track the identical Nasdaq-100 Index. Choose NQ for larger accounts, MNQ for smaller accounts or scaling, and NAS100 for CFD/flexible sizing.
Can I trade Nasdaq futures on Tradovate or NinjaTrader? ▼
Yes — both Tradovate and NinjaTrader support NQ and MNQ futures. Simply type the root symbol (NQ or MNQ) and the platform auto-selects the front-month contract. Both brokers offer low intraday margins and are among the most popular platforms for Nasdaq futures traders.
Do your signals work for all Nasdaq symbols on this page? ▼
Yes — our Nasdaq signals are based on the Nasdaq-100 Index level and work across every vehicle: NQ futures, MNQ micros, NDX options, NAS100 CFDs, and QQQ ETF. The index level is identical — you simply convert to your specific contract size. Each signal includes entry, stop-loss, and three take-profit targets.
More Nasdaq trading resources.
NQ Futures Signals
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MNQ Futures Signals
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NDX Signals
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QQQ ETF Signals
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NAS100 Signals
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What Is the NAS100?
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