VXX offers retail investors exposure to S&P 500 volatility via front-month VIX futures. Read what investors should know about ...

Lawrence G. McMillan is president of McMillan Analysis, a registered investment and commodity trading advisor. McMillan may ...

The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) fell to its lowest level of the year on Friday, as US stocks surged following a ...

According to Seasonax data, going long volatility—specifically buying the VIX—on Aug. 1 and holding through Sept. 30 has yielded positive returns in 65% of the past 35 years.

[‘Bull Market in Fear’ — Investors Buy VIX ETFs Despite Price Decline] Earlier this month, UVXY initiated a 1-for-10 reverse split. [Get Ready for UVXY Reverse Split] ...

[‘Bull Market in Fear’ — Investors Buy VIX ETFs Despite Price Decline] VXX has a market capitalization of $1.6 billion, according to issuer Barclays.

The VIX measures the anticipated 30-day swings of the S&P 500 benchmark. Its historical pattern, according to Barchart.com, shows a frequent August surge, often preceded by a decline in July.