Go Long on VIX: Predictions for Increased VolatilityCurrent Price: $16.41
Direction: LONG
Targets:
- T1 = $17.50
- T2 = $18.25
Stop Levels:
- S1 = $15.90
- S2 = $15.65
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About CBOE Volatility Index
VIX is a trademarked ticker symbol for the CBOE Volatility Index, a popular measure of the implied volatility of S&P 500 index options; the VIX is calculated by the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE). Often referred to as the fear index or the fear gauge, the VIX represents one measure of the market's expectation of stock market volatility over the next 30-day period.
VIX possible long?As equity markets continue to approach all-time highs and expectations of interest rate cuts increase, market sentiment remains highly optimistic. This environment of "good news" characterized by strong performance in equities and the anticipated easing of monetary policy is likely to suppress volat
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Weekly Volatility Snapshot Good Evening --
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Weekly Volatility SnapshotGood Evening -- Happy July 4th to everyone
Let us review last week as we look towards the next in anticipation of the trade deal deadline that looms. I had a target on the SP:SPX of $6,253.59 and the weekly high was $6,284.65. The candle on the short week opened at its low of $6,019.21 and closed
How I Manage Risk (When Buying Options) If you’ve read my previous post — “How Much Risk Are You Really Taking?” — you already know my view on risk:
Treat every trade like watching your cash burn in front of you.
Ask yourself:
💭 “Would I be OK watching this much money disappear right now?”
If your answer is yes, take the trade and move on
$VIX Volatility Extremes, Narratives, Booms & Busts!TVC:VIX volatility index extremes have always been an important factor when assessing the cyclical nature of financial markets.
I demonstrate in this chart what values and narratives to look out for at these extremes. This can help ignore the noise when buying during low social mood / fearful even
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Frequently Asked Questions
CBOE Volatility Index reached its highest quote on Apr 9, 2025 — 43.05 USD. See more data on the CBOE Volatility Index chart.
The lowest ever quote of CBOE Volatility Index is 11.85 USD. It was reached on Dec 14, 2023. See more data on the CBOE Volatility Index chart.
CBOE Volatility Index is just a number that lets you track performance of the instruments comprising the index, so you can't invest in it directly. But you can buy CBOE Volatility Index futures or funds or invest in its components.