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Wall Street's fear gauge is ripping. Traders see it going even higher

Wall Street's fear gauge is surging to new heights.

By · Published October 18, 2026  17:33 UTC · Updated October 18, 2026  18:24 UTC

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 5 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Wall Street's fear gauge is surging to new heights.
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The VIX index is currently flashing red, indicating extreme fear in the market. This is evident in the sharp decline of stocks, particularly in the tech sector, and the surge in oil prices.

The VVIX index, which measures the volatility of the VIX index, has also seen a significant spike, further emphasizing the growing fear on Wall Street. CoinDesk notes that the fear may subside on Monday, but for now, the market remains volatile.

The market's volatility spike on Friday may have gone too far, according to Seeking Alpha. However, the extent of the damage remains unclear, and the market's trajectory is uncertain.

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What is the VIX index?

The VIX index is a measure of the market's fear and volatility.

What is the VVIX index?

The VVIX index measures the volatility of the VIX index.

What is causing the market's fear?

The sharp decline of stocks and the surge in oil prices are contributing to the market's fear.

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