Boom in ETF and index options weighs on volatility and forces markets higher, says expert

The growth of options, especially on indices and exchange-traded funds, has become an important market dynamic, according to ...

Chart Of The Day: Looking For Volatility? You'll Find It Here

Looking for volatility? It’s not that bad in equities. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) was hovering around 17-18 yesterday.

Investors are seeing 'typical' October volatility, says investment officer, ahead of historically strong season for stocks

While last week's market choppiness caused the Cboe Volatility Index to hit its highest level since April, it may be par for ...

Stock Volatility Has Increased Since The 10/11 Plunge - Solution? AI Dilution

Navigate market volatility with smart investment strategies—diversify, use technical analysis, and prepare to capitalize on ...
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VIX index: How Wall Street’s ‘fear gauge’ measures stock market volatility

Stocks are volatile. That much is understood by most investors, but what exactly is volatility and how is it measured for the overall stock market? You may have seen references to something called the ...
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What Is the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)?

VIX measures expected S&P 500 volatility, aiding short-term market outlooks. VIX surges hint at investor anxiety, predicting possible market drops. Though insightful, VIX often overestimates actual ...
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CBOE Volatility Index Spikes 9% As Triple Witching Day Shakes Market

The CBOE Volatility Index, also known as the VIX or “fear index,” witnessed a sudden surge of 9% Friday, marking the most significant single-day increase since mid-August. Produced by CBOE Global ...