CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) - Definition & Uses as a Market Fear Gauge

Many traders know the Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index by its more common name, the VIX. Understanding the market's so-called "fear gauge" can give you insights into the direction of the market and the state of the economy. Learn more about what the VIX tells you and how to use it. CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) – Definition & Uses as a Market Fear Gauge is a post from Money Crashers.