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What is the ‘VIX – CBOE Volatility Index
VIX is the ticker symbol for the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Volatility Index, which shows the market’s expectation of 30-day volatility. It is constructed using the implied volatilities of a wide range of S&P 500 index options. This volatility is meant to be forward looking, is calculated from both calls and puts, and is a widely used measure of market risk, often referred to as the “investor fear gauge.”
https://www.investopedia.com/terms/v/vix.asp
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Resource stocks and banks make-up the bulk of the TSX Index.
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The S&P 500 Index is divided about equally between 10 sectors
https://www.thebalance.com/what-are-the-sectors-and-industries-of-the-sandp-500-3957507
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Percent of stocks above the 200 day moving average is a breadth indicator and is confirming the major uptrend in the S&P 500 Index.
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Can it hold major support around 1350?
Russell 2000 3-Year Weekly Chart
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The current unemployment rate of 4.30% is below the 2007 low of 4.40%. Theoretically, there should be wage inflation at this “low” unemployment rate. But the year over year wage increase is a relatively benign 2.5%. Why would the Fed be in a rush to raise rates?
http://www.investopedia.com/terms/v/vix.asp
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