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Why the VVIX Matters More Than the VIX Now
Season 1
Episode 4
Published 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Description
Lucas and Luna unpack the gap between the VIX at 16.78 and the VVIX at 91.88 — and why that divergence matters for options traders. They explore what the VVIX, or 'vol of vol' index, signals about tail risk and positioning, especially with the S&P 500 trading at 7,446 and the Russell 2000 up nearly 2% in the past five days. Using a concrete example from the recent Perpetua Resources news, they show how the VVIX affects option premiums and strategy. Plus, a quick look at what a surging VVIX means for premium sellers and whether it's a contrarian buy signal. No jargon without explanation — this is for active traders who want to think one layer deeper.