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VIX Index

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VIX Index
An equity volatility measure developed in 1993 by the Chicago Board Options Exchange. The index is calculated using eight S&P 100 (OEX) option contracts, four calls and four puts, with an average time to maturity of 30 days. Many traders use the VIX as a general measure of index option volatility. Also called CBOE Volatility Index.

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