volatility index

noun

Stock Exchange.

1. beta.

Example Sentences

The Cboe Volatility Index, or VIX, is widely watched as a measure of fear or market panic in times of volatility.

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But he is watching the behavior of the S&P 500 Low Volatility Index.

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The Cboe Volatility Index, or VIX, was last marked at nearly 18.50, well below last week’s multimonth peak of around 25.31.

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The Cboe Volatility Index, or VIX, ended Friday at 20.98, the fourth consecutive day above 20.

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Another closely watched measure of market nerves, the VIX volatility index sometimes called the "Fear Index", hit its highest level since April.

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