VIX at seven year low's

by Gary Glover

  • Last week marked the lowest rating in the CBOE Volatility index since early 2007.  The VIX is a very popular indicator to measure market expectations of near term volatility.  It is often referred to as a measure of fear or complacency in the sharemarket and is a barometer of this sentiment.
  • A high rating like that experienced in late 2008 near the end of the GFC indicates a very high level of fear in the market, while a low rating like early 2007 shows little fear and usually a hint of complacency.
  • Lows in sharemarkets come in times of high fear and extreme selling while highs are usually marked when everything appears perfect and markets are peaking or reaching a well established high.
  • This basically indicates that the market views very little risk currently and believes there is little to worry about.   Extremely low readings are synonymous with market peaks.
  • The extremely low reading is a warning that markets have become complacent and view very little risk in todays market. 

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