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Vix up as global markets tumble
Shares in London were down again on Thursday, following another significant tumble on Wall Street overnight, while volatility is on the rise, according to the Vix.
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Vix hits five-month high amid overnight sell-off
The Volatility Index (Vix) has risen to its highest level since August, following a frenetic overnight sell-off in the bond and stock markets.
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Volatility jumps in November
A sell-off in junk-bonds last week has led to a jump in volatility across most global markets, with Europe seeing its biggest gain since September.
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Why cashing in on the VIX might make you a long-term loser
Investors have been warned to steer clear of volatility ETFs or risk entering a “long term money losing opportunity,” as interest in the vehicles steadily rises.
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PA ANALYSIS: Preparing for a market correction – hedge or diversify?
The bulls and bears are out in force, divided over the prospect of a market correction in the near future, but is it wise to hedge equity exposure or is good old-fashioned diversification the way to go?
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Are investors becoming complacent to risk?
Rising equity markets and falling levels of volatility place investors at the risk of becoming complacent, according to Schroders’ chief economist Keith Wade.
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Volatility spikes and bonds sell off on central banks’ hawkish sentiment
Volatility spiked and European bonds sold off heavily during a week in which markets were caught short by the European Central Bank’s hint at tapering monetary policy.
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Turnill: Record low volatility sign to take on equity risk
BlackRock’s chief investment strategist has said now is the time for equity investors to take on risk and dismissed fears of a sudden spike in market volatility.
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Vix hits 25-year low despite political turbulence
Volatility hit a 25-year low last week despite major political events continuing to pose headwinds to the market.
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Volatility ‘fear indices’ drop to 24-year lows
Benchmark indices designed to show levels of ‘fear’ on the markets have continued their deep descent, with US measures reaching 24-year lows.
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VIX ‘fear index’ hits lowest level since 2007
An index said to represent levels of fear on the markets has hit its lowest levels since before the eruption of the credit crunch after trending lower in recent weeks.