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Why the VIX at 16 Lies About Market Risk
On episode 100 of The Bear Market Podcast, Lucas and Luna dissect a paradox: the VIX sits at 16.13, suggesting calm, yet the VVIX—volatility of volatility—is creeping up. They explore what this divergence really means for dip-buyers and long-term resilience, using the S&P 500's current level near 7,500 and the yield curve spread of 36 basis points as anchors. Fresh angle: the VVIX is a leading indicator that the VIX can't be trusted. Specific examples include how options market makers are pricing in tail risk even as headline volatility stays low. No recycled warnings about…
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