With some exceptions, the VIX has been subdued recently. An expected December Fed rate hike, as well as the election, earnings and global tensions will lead to increasing market uncertainty. A long ...

A comprehensive guide for trading options on the VIX, a key metric reflecting market volatility expectations for the S&P 500 over the next 30 days. It covers the unique aspects of VIX options, ...

Even after a small gain last week, the VIX is still near its lows. Long and short VIX strategies both have arguments in their favor. A Long VIX bias may be warranted, but active risk management is a ...

Market volatility is as low as we’ve seen in the last six months as measured by the CBOE Volatility (VIX) Index. VIX is a ...

Explore the VIX, the go-to index for tracking S&P 500 volatility. Learn about its calculation and impact on your investment ...

The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), commonly known as the fear index, measures the market's expectation of short-term volatility ...

Stock market volatility may be elevated as we enter the first year after an election. Ivan Scherman, a hedge fund manager, uses mechanical trading to leverage market volatility. One recommended ...

J.P. Morgan has launched an exchange-traded note (ETN) designed to help investors efficiently implement a “short volatility” strategy. By utilizing this ETN, investors may more efficiently take ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...