VIX a little higher

Whilst US equity indexes closed moderately mixed, the VIX managed a minor gain, settling +2.5% @ 16.92. Near term outlook offers further equity upside of around 1%, which might briefly equate to VIX in the 15/14s. Broadly, the VIX is set for renewed upside into end month.


VIX'60min

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Summary

Little to add.

VIX remains broadly subdued, having cooled from the 30s to the 16s.

The 30s look out of range until April, with hyper upside to 40/50s far more viable in May.

*equity bears should be seeking a monthly VIX close above the key 20 threshold.
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