Markets in flux, VIX spikes while equities slide
Today’s market pulse reveals a mixed bag of performance across asset classes. Bitcoin and Ethereum edged up by 1.23% and 1.03% respectively, while the Dow and S&P 500 fell by 0.77% and 1.01%. The VIX, a measure of market volatility, surged by 12.19%, indicating heightened investor anxiety. WTI crude oil saw a notable increase of 4.48%, diverging from the broader equity market trends. Overall, the tape is decidedly dull, with no significant shifts in macro indicators.
Equities are under pressure while crypto shows modest gains.
- Dow — Dow moved -0.77% (z=-2.02) vs its 1m distribution
- VIX — VIX moved +12.19% (z=+1.91) vs its 1m distribution