CBOE Volatility Index Hits 4 Month High of 21.41

US Markets4 days ago

The VIX jumped 32% on Oct. 16 as investors reacted to increased market uncertainty. The CBOE Volatility Index rose 4.97 points to 21.41, marking the highest level for the benchmark in more than four months.

The index could close at a 6.5 month high by the end of the trading session, according to some market participants. The sudden climb in volatility represents a rapid intraday shift for the index based on the latest trading data.

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Possible scenarios

45%Volatility Stays Contained-0.2%
25%Rate Scare Deepens-1.5%
15%Geopolitical Risk Returns-0.1%

Each figure is the modeled move of the S&P 500 if the outcome occurs. For information only. Not investment advice.

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CBOE Volatility Index Hits 4 Month High of 21.41

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Mapped to your portfolio

Possible scenarios

45%Volatility Stays Contained-0.2%
25%Rate Scare Deepens-1.5%
15%Geopolitical Risk Returns-0.1%

Each figure is the modeled move of the S&P 500 if the outcome occurs. For information only. Not investment advice.