VIX CBOE Volatility Index

The VIX, also known as the "CBOE Volatility Index" or the "Fear Index", is a popular financial market indicator that measures the market's expectation of volatility in the S&P 500 Index over the next 30-day period. It is often referred to as the market's "fear gauge" because it tends to rise when investor sentiment is negative and market conditions are more uncertain. Continue Reading Below