The VIX Explained: How Wall Street’s Fear Gauge Works
What the VIX really measures, how it’s built from SPX options, why VIX ETPs like VXX lose money over time, and the common mistakes traders make.
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What Is the VIX? The Fear Index, Explained
The VIX measures S&P 500 implied volatility over 30 days. Learn how it is calculated, what levels signal fear vs calm, and how investors use it.
Earnings Beat, Markets Retreat: Decoding Q1 2026’s Disconnect
UnitedHealth surged 7% on a strong earnings beat — yet the S&P 500 still fell. Here’s why Q1 2026 earnings beats aren’t translating into market gains.