Fairlead's Stockton on What's Ahead for the VIX

The video tutorial discusses the VIX and its role in indicating high and low volatility regimes, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the inverse correlation between the VIX and the S&P 500, suggesting a bullish outlook for the latter as the VIX moves below 20. The tutorial also examines the VIX curve, noting potential short-term fluctuations, and explores the skew index's implications for market trends, emphasizing the importance of the 200-day moving average as a key indicator.

What does a move of the VIX index below 20 typically suggest for the S&P 500?

• No significant change

• A bullish outlook

• Increased volatility

• A bearish outlook

What is the potential new floor for the VIX index based on historical data?

• Exactly 20

• Above 20

• Below 11

• Around 15

What is the expected duration of short-term pops in the VIX?

• Weeks

• Years

• Days

• Months

How does the skew index above its 200-day moving average affect the S&P 500?

• Predicts a market crash

• Shows no effect

• Suggests a strong market

• Indicates a weak market

What is the current bias of the skew index according to the indicators?

• Bullish

• Bearish

• Neutral

• Volatile