◆ Volatility index · VIX

VIX (fear index)

The VIX measures expected 30-day volatility on the S&P 500, derived from option prices.

Open the chart

◆ Live market

…

24h

—

Ticker: VIX
Category: Indices & macro
Type: Volatility index
Group: Macro & Dominance
Trading hours: Market sessions

What is VIX (indice de la peur)?

The VIX measures expected 30-day volatility on the S&P 500, derived from option prices. A volatility index measures the volatility expected by the options market over the next 30 days, often called the 'fear index'.

How VIX (indice de la peur) works and what gives it value

It rises when markets fall and investors buy protection. A spike often accompanies a panic low.

What moves the price of VIX (fear index)

◆Market shocks
◆Macro announcements
◆Hedging demand

Key metrics to watch

◆Absolute level (above 30 = stress)
◆Term structure

Risks specific to VIX (fear index)

◆Fast mean reversion

How to analyse VIX (indice de la peur) on GraphTrade

Daily. Open the VIX chart, add the indicators below, compare VIX (indice de la peur) with similar assets in Performance and ask the AI Compass to explain the latest move with news and macro context.