The Stock Market Selloff Looks Scary. Watch This Sign for the Time to Buy.
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The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) has jumped to 27.1, signaling increased market uncertainty. However, financial experts like Nicholas Colas and Chris Senyek suggest that this alone isn't sufficient to indicate a market bottom. Key indicators like a 'washout day' with over 100 stocks hitting 52-week lows and changes in the VIX futures curve have not yet materialized to suggest an optimal buying opportunity.
March 18, 2025 | 11:30 am
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The S&P 500 remains above its 200-day moving average, but the rising VIX suggests potential market turbulence ahead.
The elevated VIX and lack of market capitulation signals suggest the S&P 500 might experience downward pressure in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 70
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 80
NEGATIVE IMPACT
The VIX has risen above its long-term average, indicating increased market fear and potential volatility in the near term.
The sharp increase in VIX indicates growing market uncertainty, which typically suggests potential downward pressure on stock prices in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100