VIX

Don’t Bet on the Bulls

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A penetration of the 50-day moving average is needed to confirm a new uptrend. For now, the market’s path of least resistance is lower.

8 VIX Trading Myths Debunked

By Adam Warner
When it comes to the VIX, nothing trades quite like you think it should.

Prepare Now for Some Profitable Put Trades

By John Lansing
With the S&P 500 index is approaching upside areas of resistance, it's an ideal time to establish short-side positions before the market's next leg down.

How to Trade This Meager Rally

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Traders should take long positions with close stops while long-term investors try to grab blue-chip bargains.

The ‘Smart Money’ Isn’t Looking Too Smart

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
It seems Wall Street professionals are just as confused as the average investor.

Do You Know How to Trade the VIX?

By Adam Warner
With all the new ways to trade volatility, we're going to give you a primer on some VIX products.

A Renewed Look at the Volatility Landscape

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Despite the fact that recent selling has been a subdued, low-volatility slide, the VIX is picking up at a strong clip. Perhaps too strong?

Why a Rebound Today Is Critical

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Europe’s troubles resulted in another down day on Wednesday. Another minus day today could result in a further decline of almost 5%.

5 Things You Must Know to Trade Index Options

By Mark Wolfinger
A tutorial on trading index options like the S&P 500 (CBOE: SPX), CBOE Volatility Index (CBOE: VIX), Russell 2000 (.RUT), and the Nasdaq-100 Index (.NDX).

What’s New with the VIX?

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Why the VIX move to 19 is not necessarily actionable.

Lollapalooza, Jack White and Ghosts: It’s Time to be Concerned.

By Stutland Volatility Group
Price action and volatility trends may be suggesting it is time to adjust volatility exposure.

Trend is Up, but Don’t Expect Much

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Anticipate more sideways movement as the market slowly climbs the ‘wall of worry.’

Should You Be Worried If You’re Long?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Find out how Dow Theory applies to the current market.

Should You Buy the VIX Spike?

By Chris Johnson, CEO, Johnson Research Group
The VIX has gained 20% in the past two days, but this could be a bullish sign for the broader market.

Market May Stall Amid Lower Earnings Expectations

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Consider these options strategies for a rangebound broader market.

VIX Breaks Above 20 (and Could Stay There)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A continued correction in stocks, including a pullback in Apple, could keep the VIX advancing beyond 20.

A Dearth of Volatility Kicked off the New Year

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
The VIX is near a historical low and market movement has been uninspiring. This trend may be poised to continue.

How to Trade Friday’s Employment Report

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Options strategies to consider playing in the aftermath of Friday's employment report.

Can the Market Continue to Make New Highs?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
This consolidation will most likely be held within a narrow trading range.
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