Market volatility is back below 20 as measured by the CBOE Volatility (VIX) Index. VIX is a real-time index that represents the market expectation for near-term volatility in the S&P 500 index.

Market volatility remains subdued as measured by the CBOE Volatility (VIX) Index. VIX is a real-time index that represents the market expectation for near-term volatility in the S&P 500 index.

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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, ...

The -1x Short VIX Futures ETF (SVIX-0.62%), offered by Volatility Shares, provides full -1x inverse exposure to the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Index, unlike ProShares' more tempered 0.5x exposure.