VIX

Carnage in Gold and Silver Could Be a Leading Indicator

Volatility in the commodity space often serves as a precursor to volatility in stocks. More 

Pullback Whips Bears Into Unsubstantiated Frenzy

Even if the attack on new highs has temporarily stalled, there is currently no evidence to support a bearish stance. More 

Who’s Right – Options Sellers or Options Buyers?

The market is a really interesting self-balancing artificial organism when it comes to volatility. More 

Low VIX Values Not Cause for Panic…Yet

The real concern is when the VIX starts to rise up off these levels. Look out for a situation mirroring the correction in October of 2012. More 

Get Off the Sidelines and Join the Party

While the market made yet another new high, it lacked volume and excitement. More 

Don’t Get Left Behind as the Market Climbs a Wall of Worry

We are overdue for a mild correction, but smart investors will be ready to buy. More 

What to Watch as the Dow Closes in on Record Highs

Forget 14164.53 -- investors should be focused on the technicals and fundamentals getting the Dow Jones there, and where they'll take the index next. More