VIX Falls Below 20 as Iran Ceasefire Extension Eases Market Fears
The CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) dropped to 19, signaling reduced market fear, as President Trump extended the Iran ceasefire. This led to gains in major equity ETFs like SPY, QQQ, and IWM. The VIX has fallen nearly 30% over the past month, indicating a return to normal risk appetite.
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