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CBOE Volatility Index - VIX |
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volatility index for the Chicago Board Options Exchange known by its
ticker symbol "VIX". It is calculated by taking a weighted
average of the implied volatility from eight calls and puts on the
S&P 100 index (OEX. |
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It
measures the volatility of the U.S. equity market, many investors
say if the VIX goes above 35 then it signals a bottom in the stock
market |
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