"Stock-market 'fear gauge' hits 4-year low, sparking trader anxiety"
TL;DR
The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), also known as the "fear gauge," has reached its lowest level since before the pandemic, indicating that investors have become complacent about potential risks. While this suggests optimism in the stock market, some analysts are concerned that this complacency could leave markets vulnerable to negative shocks in the near future.
- Stock-market 'fear gauge' tumbles to nearly 4-year low. That makes some traders extremely nervous. MarketWatch
- Morning Bid: Stocks stall after VIX hits pre-COVID low Reuters
- VIX At Pre-Pandemic Low: Is Wall Street's Fear Gauge Mispricing Risk Of Downturn? - Advanced Micro Device Benzinga
- Marketmind: Stocks stall after VIX hits pre-COVID low Yahoo Finance
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