Cboe Volatility Index (VIX): What is it and how is it measured?
Heard of the VIX, but not quite sure what it means? We’ll give you the basics on this popular volatility index.
3 min read
Jul 27, 2021
About the author
Bankrate reporter Brian Baker covers investing and retirement. He has previous experience as an industry analyst at an investment firm. Baker is passionate about helping people make sense of complicated financial topics so that they can plan for their financial futures.
Expertise
Investing, behavioral finance, stock analysis and valuation
Experience
Brian is a financial analyst with prior experience in research at a valuation-based investment firm. He has also reported on regulatory issues surrounding mergers and acquisitions, antitrust and trade.
Education
Baker has a bachelor’s degree in finance from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University.
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Investing with your spouse or partner: How to get started
Not sure how to invest with your spouse or partner? Here’s what you need to know.
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What causes a stock’s price to go up or down?
Want to know what influences stock prices? Let’s take a look at the key drivers.
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8 ways to take penalty-free withdrawals from your IRA or 401(k)
Need your retirement money early? Here’s when you can avoid the 10 percent penalty.
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