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Volatility & Fear
Monitor market fear, volatility spikes, and panic conditions that create options trading opportunities.
VIX CFD – Equity Volatility (24 h)
Shows the market's 30-day volatility expectations for the S&P 500, based on VIX futures. Sharp spikes indicate rising fear and potential market drops, while steady declines suggest calmer conditions. Use alongside other indicators to guide hedging and risk management decisions.
S&P 500 30-day implied volatility index
Short-Term VIX Futures ETF
Tracks short-term VIX futures contracts. When this ETF surges, it highlights immediate equity market fear and volatility spikes. Steady decay over time signals calming market conditions and reduced fear.
ETF holding 1- & 2-month VIX futures
NYSE TICK
TICK shows the difference between stocks trading on upticks vs downticks. Extreme readings above +1000 or below -1000 often indicate short-term overbought/oversold conditions.
NYSE TICK indicator (raw)
Chicago Fed NFCI
NFCI measures stress in financial markets. Values above zero indicate tighter-than-average conditions, while negative values suggest looser conditions. Useful for gauging systemic risk.
National Financial Conditions Index
Market Conditions Summary
Volatility Regime
Normal
VIX < 25
Market Sentiment
Neutral
Mixed signals
Financial Stress
Low
NFCI normal
Trend Strength
Moderate
TICK balanced
Quick Reference - Volatility & Fear
VIX CFD
S&P 500 30-day implied volatility index
Short-Term VIX Futures ETF
ETF holding 1- & 2-month VIX futures
NYSE TICK
NYSE TICK indicator (raw)
Chicago Fed NFCI
National Financial Conditions Index