VIX
The Fear Gauge Ascendant: VIX Hits 26 as Geopolitical Storms and 'Higher-for-Longer' Reality Grip Markets
The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), Wall Street’s premier measure of expected stock market volatility, climbed to a reading of 26.15 this week, marking its highest sustained level in nearly two years. As of March 24, 2026, the index’s ascent reflects a fundamental shift in investor sentiment, moving