Volatility Breeds Volatility in S&P E-Mini Futures

The video discusses the impact of trade headlines on the S&P 500 Emini futures, highlighting the market's sensitivity to news and tweets, particularly those from President Trump. It examines historical trends, such as the 2018 trade war and its effects on market volatility, and analyzes current market movements, including the potential for a phase one trade deal. The discussion also covers the relationship between the S&P 500 and the VIX, noting similarities to past market conditions.

What caused the spike in the S&P 500 Emini futures during the Asian session?

• A new trade deal between the US and Europe

• President Trump's tweet about a potential US-China trade deal

• A significant drop in oil prices

• An unexpected interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve

What historical event is compared to the current period of small market moves?

• The financial crisis of 2008

• The dot-com bubble burst

• The Brexit referendum

• The summer of 2018

What was the market's reaction to the trade tariffs imposed at the end of January 2018?

• A decrease in unemployment rates

• An 11% correction in three days

• A significant rise in commodity prices

• A steady increase in stock prices

What recent trend has been observed in both the S&P 500 and the VIX indices?

• Both indices have been increasing

• The S&P 500 has been decreasing while the VIX has been increasing

• The S&P 500 has been increasing while the VIX has been decreasing

• Both indices have been decreasing

What is the significance of the recent movements in the S&P 500 and VIX indices?

• They suggest a potential for increased market volatility

• They show a decline in investor confidence

• They reflect a strong economic recovery

• They indicate a stable market environment