CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)
VIX ETFs & ETNs
VIX Futures & Term Structure
VIX Futures Term Structure
What is VIX?
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) measures 30-day expected volatility of the S&P 500. Known as the "fear gauge," it rises during market uncertainty and falls during calm periods. Track VIX in real-time for market sentiment insights.
VIX Trading Levels
VIX below 20 indicates low volatility and market confidence. Levels 20-30 suggest moderate uncertainty. Above 30 signals high fear, while extreme spikes above 40 occur during market crises. Monitor these thresholds for trading opportunities.
VIX ETFs & Futures
Gain exposure to volatility through VIX futures and ETFs such as VXX, UVXY (leveraged long), and SVXY (inverse). These products track VIX futures rather than spot VIX, which produces contango decay over time — best suited to short-duration positioning rather than long-term holding. See our VIX ETF guide.
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