VIX represents the expectations of the stock market participants. It is also known as the fear index or volatility index. This article describes what this index is and how to trade it.
Author: Andrey Goilov
Higher economic education. I've been working on the Forex market since 2005. A financial analyst and successful trader. Preference in trading is highly volatile instruments. As a member of RoboForex Analytics department, I write short- and long-term reviews for the company’s clients, create analytical materials on financial markets. I adhere to classic approach to technical analysis. Also, I hold daily webinars on trading and create educational materials for RoboForex.
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