easyMarkets Launches CBOE Volatility Index as Tradable CFD

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Markets move on volatility, which is a key factor and measurable attribute utilized by many traders and brokers. As a central feature of many trading strategies, many brokers and individuals orient volatility to the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Volatility Index (VIX), for a better snapshot on how dynamic market conditions are at a given interval.

Presently, the VIX measures the market’s expectations of near-term volatility conveyed through US’ S&P 500 Index option prices. In terms of methodology, the index operates as a mean-reverting indicator, while the VIX trades on a scale of 1-100, where 20 is considered the historical average. ... (read more)