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The Stock Market’s Fear Index is at Its Highest Level in Months—Here’s Why

The Stock Market’s Fear Index is at Its Highest Level in Months—Here’s Why

Key Takeaways The major U.S. stock indexes are back to making dramatic moves, with investors dealing with another round of trade-related uncertainty. One widely used volatility measure, the VIX, has jumped recently to its highest levels in months. But it’s still well off April highs. Investors are getting a taste of volatility. We’re not back where we were in April—but …

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