Investor Anxiety Peaks as VIX Surges Amid Economic Concerns
In a dramatic turn of events, the Cboe Volatility Index, widely referred to as the VIX, surged to alarming heights on Monday morning, briefly surpassing the 60 mark. This significant spike comes on the heels of a tumultuous week on Wall Street, where investor sentiment took a nosedive, further deepening concerns about the health of the U.S. economy. The VIX, often dubbed the ‘fear gauge’ of the market, reflects the implied volatility of the S&P 500 index based on options pricing ...