The S&P 500 Index (SPX) has been in a steady uptrend for several months now. Naturally, this has led to a subdued CBOE Volatility Index (VIX). In case you’re not familiar, the VIX is measure of the 30 ...

The primary determinant of put and call option premiums is implied volatility, or the price variance the market expects over a coming period. The VIX index is a compilation of the implied volatility ...

One of the best options for long leverage on the VIX is the 2x Long VIX Futures ETF (NYSE: UVIX). Investments in funds targeting the VIX are already inherently risky, given the use of futures ...

-1x Short VIX Futures ETF is an inverse play that shorts VIX futures and has seen a 120% increase since its launch in April 2022. SVIX is exempt from paying dividends and issues K-1 tax forms, meaning ...

Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated history of working in both institutional and retail environments, from broker-dealers to ...

SVOL typically shorts between 20% and 30% of its portfolio across the VIX futures term structure, greatly limiting downside risk compared to other products with more exposure. SVOL allocates 2% to 4% ...

When investors are anxiously buying and selling, causing stock market prices to reach greater highs and lows, the VIX tends to rise. Whereas when markets trade within a narrow range, the VIX remains ...

Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst or 20+ years. He is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT). Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst or 20+ years. He ...

If you follow financial markets at all, you have probably heard of the Vix. It has certainly been in the news a bit recently, having popped more than 25% in a week to hit levels not seen since October ...

The VIX index, often called the “fear gauge,” is a powerful tool for investors, whether you’re just starting out or have been managing your portfolio for years. Understanding the VIX can help you ...

Volatility and uncertainty are an inherent part of investing in the stock market. However, there are some tools that may help investors estimate and interpret volatility trends and market movements.