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Investment
VIX
The Volatility Index — often called the 'Fear Index' — it measures expected market volatility over the next 30 days.
The VIX is calculated from S&P 500 options prices. It moves opposite to the stock market — when stocks fall hard, VIX rises. Many traders use it to time entries or hedge portfolios.
It's the stock market's fear gauge — when it spikes, everyone is scared.
Real world: The VIX usually sits around 12–20 in calm markets. During the 2020 COVID crash it spiked above 80. Traders buy VIX futures or options when they expect big market swings.
💡 High VIX = high fear = potential buying opportunity for brave investors.