Definition of Vix Index



Volatility index or VIX is a real-time market index that represents the 30 days market expected volatility. The volatility index tells us investors' sentiments and overall market risk that is expected in the next 30 days. It takes historic input values from standards and poor (S&P) index and extrapolates it in the next 30 days.

 


The volatility index or Vix is important to understand the price movements in the stocks of two companies and investors do this by comparing the extended price movements of two or more companies’ stocks. This can help them manage their risk and make sound investment decisions before time.


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