Why a hidden divergence between the VIX and Nasdaq volatility has the smart money on edge
Traders are completely enthralled by the bull market — but surging Nasdaq volatility suggests it is time to hedge.
Traders are completely enthralled by the bull market — but surging Nasdaq volatility suggests it is time to hedge.
by Calculated Risk on 1/09/2026 09:20:00 AM The headline jobs number in the December employment report was slightly below expectations, however October and November were revised down by 76,000. The unemployment rate decreased to 4.4%. Prime (25 to 54 Years Old) Participation Since the overall participation rate is impacted by both cyclical (recession) and demographic…
As World Cup spending surges, BofA’s year-long merchant preparation is paying off. Exorbitant ticket prices be damned. Die-hard soccer fans are flocking to host cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico for the first tri-nation tournament in FIFA history. And they are proving to be exceptionally big spenders. The Bank of America Institute — the…
ITFC has signed a $3.3 billion financing deal with Bangladesh for FY2026-27 to support fuel and fertiliser imports. The funding comes as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens Bangladesh’s energy and food security. The deal extends ITFC’s long-standing financing partnership with Bangladesh. The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) – a faction of the…
When I looked at news portals this morning, I came across news such as US President Donald Trump wants to end the Iran war, and the very next header was that fresh missiles were launched on Iran by the United States military after he removed the ceasefire on Wednesday, triggering crude oil to shoot up….
Why did New York City just freeze rent for a million apartments — and who’s actually going to pay for it? This month’s economic landscape is anything but simple: a job market that’s cooling faster than expected, a brand-new Fed chair rewriting the rulebook, and a policy fight in New York City that reveals exactly…
A media report that hit the headlines just before the stock market took a break for Independence Day was weighing on investor sentiment toward AutoZone (AZO 6.38%) shares on Monday. The prominent auto retailer’s stock fell by more than 6% after a financial news agency reported that two rivals might soon combine. A Genuine offer?…