TL;DR
CBOE Volatility Index is up +2.05% today; S&P 500 is up +0.56%. The volatility 'fear gauge' versus the index it's derived from. The negative correlation is structural, but the magnitude of each VIX spike calibrates how rare the move is.
| Metric | VIX | GSPC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $27.32 | $7,423.20 |
| Change today | +2.05% | +0.56% |
| Asset class | index | index |
| Day high | $27.46 | $7,439.00 |
| Day low | $26.77 | $7,355.05 |
People also ask
What's the difference between CBOE Volatility Index and S&P 500?
The volatility 'fear gauge' versus the index it's derived from. The negative correlation is structural, but the magnitude of each VIX spike calibrates how rare the move is.
Is CBOE Volatility Index or S&P 500 performing better today?
CBOE Volatility Index is leading today, +2.05% vs +0.56% for S&P 500.
Should I choose CBOE Volatility Index or S&P 500?
It depends on your view: The volatility 'fear gauge' versus the index it's derived from. The negative correlation is structural, but the magnitude of each VIX spike calibrates how rare the move is. RockstarMarkets does not provide investment advice; see live price action above and the related narratives to form your own view.
Where can I see the live price of CBOE Volatility Index and S&P 500?
Live prices are at /ticker/%5EVIX and /ticker/%5EGSPC on RockstarMarkets, both auto-refreshed.
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