PRESS ROOM
Volatility story remains unchanged as VIX continues to drop
Tuesday 18th August '20
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) now stands at around 21 (as of 18 August). In contrast, the average level of the index over 2019 was around 15. The so-called ‘fear index’ has continued to ease since it spiked sharply to over 80 in March this year pointing to a steadily improving risk sentiment in markets. The most recent lift in investor sentiment for an improving economic outlook for both Europe and the US is further helping bring equity market volatility down.