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Market volatility poised to rise as investors brace for uncertainty Nov. 09, 2025 10:03 AM ETS&P VIX Index (VIX), SP500By : Rob Williams, SA News Editor Comments After a volatile October, traders expect options activity and market turbulence to intensify heading into year-end. The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) briefly climbed above 20 on Friday as the S&P 500 (SP500) pulled back from recent record Quick Insights Analysts attribute the pattern to speculative excess, where both equities and volatility rise during risky market phases, similar to early 2000s tech bubble behavior. Traders are heavily trading both bullish call options, especially in technology stocks, and volatility trades to hedge against potential downturns, reflecting bets on both market directions. Major drivers include earnings-related stock swings, ongoing U.S. government shutdown, Fed policy uncertainty, and a lack of economic data releases, leading to increased investor anxiety. Recommended For You More Trending News
