- The S&P 500 remains in an uptrend despite a recent pause.
- The index could head toward the all-time highs in case of a bullish open.
- Nasdaq 100, which ended yesterday lower, will look to rebound higher too.
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After two weeks of gains, stocks ended slightly lower yesterday. However, things have started to pick up ahead of Powell's highly anticipated speech at the Jackson Hole conference.
At the time of publishing, S&P 500 futures are in the green alongside the Nasdaq 100 futures which ended yesterday's session lower by 1.68%.
Today, Powell is likely to set the stage for a 25bp cut in September. This comes after Fed minutes on Wednesday suggested that a quarter-percentage-point cut is likely, followed by more cuts if the data is supportive.
As key indexes look forward to a positive open, let’s examine the technical setup for S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and the German DAX ahead of a critical day for markets.
S&P 500 Eyes 5700
Given the strong bullish momentum, the market might not offer a chance for those looking to buy the dip. In the case of a positive open, look for a move to the all-time highs below 5,700 points.
In case of a correction, 5,500 points could be the next level bears can expect if the macroeconomic situation remains unchanged.
Looking for potential levels in case of a deeper decline, the local demand zone near 5,400 points could be the next stop after a decline below 5,500.
Nasdaq 100 Could Rebound Higher
The Nasdaq 100 is steadily approaching its historical highs. Like the S&P 500, it’s currently experiencing a local rebound. This rebound could face its first challenges around the 19,200-19,000 point range, where it previously saw a surge in demand. 
If the tech index falls below 19,000 points, it might experience a deeper pullback. For buyers aiming to reach new highs, the initial target is 20,400 points.
Meanwhile, in Europe, the German DAX May Keep Uptrend Intact
German DAX index continues to trend strongly upward with no signs of a correction. A potential unwind could occur if the accelerated uptrend line is broken, which remains a possibility.
If that happens, sellers will likely target the demand zone just below 18,000 points.
On the other hand, the demand side aims to push the index beyond the 19,000 points barrier, targeting new historical highs.
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