Market volatility explained simply. Discover what moves prices, how the VIX fear index works, and what historical and implied ...

The S&P 500 touched record highs Thursday morning, but the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) remained stuck near 20 and is up from ...

The CBOE Volatility Index—also known as the VIX—is a primary gauge of stock market volatility. The VIX volatility index offers insight into how financial professionals are feeling about near-term ...

The CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) is trading near 18.84, below the psychologically sensitive 19 threshold and down 2.4% on the ...

・Earlier in 2025, the VIX Index reached its highest daily close since the COVID-19 pandemic at 52.33 on April 8 after U.S. President Donald Trump launched his ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs. ・Several ...

Although the SPX Index rallied last week, the VIX Index also rose, resulting in an unusual “spot up, vol up” move.

The CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) is back on the move. The VIX climbed about 2% in early Monday trading, pushing back above 19 with the 20 threshold in view as traders position for the busiest stretch ...

For those who prefer not to use options, or who don’t want to use them after VIX has recently spiked, these ETFs can be handy tools.

What it does: Tracks short-term VIX futures contracts. Why it matters now: The VIX has plummeted more than 65% since peaking in early April, leaving room for big upside potential if market jitters ...