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  1. Dec 12, 2023 · VIX - CBOE Volatility Index: VIX is the ticker symbol for the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Volatility Index, which shows the market's expectation of 30-day volatility. It is constructed ...

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  2. Oct 26, 2023 · The VIX index is specifically measuring expected volatility for another index, the S&P 500. True to its name, the S&P 500 index is composed of 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the U.S.

  3. May 9, 2024 · The VIX is an index that measures expectations about future volatility. It tends to rise during times of market stress, making it an effective hedging tool for active traders. Though it can’t be ...

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  5. Feb 28, 2013 · The VIX is a number derived from the prices of options premium in the S&P 500 index (which is an index comprising 500 large cap stocks). It is a good indicator of the expectation of market ...

  6. Dec 27, 2021 · Reviewed by. Robert C. Kelly. In This Article. Photo: sinology/ Getty Images. Definition. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), also called the Fear Index, measures the expected volatility of the stock market using the price of S&P 500 put and call options.

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