Capitalizing on Volatility with Futures
Rising volatility in the equity and option markets can spell opportunity for savvy futures traders. At optionsXpress, we’ve just launched several new futures products designed to help you take advantage of the recent swings in the stock market.
Volatility Index (VIX) futures trade on the CBOE Futures Exchange. The VIX Index is a key measure of market expectations of near-term volatility conveyed by S&P stock index option prices. Since its introduction in 1993, VIX has been considered by many to be the world's premier barometer of investor sentiment and market volatility. Also, since volatility often signifies financial turmoil, VIX is often referred to as the "investor fear gauge."
But there’s more! In addition to VIX futures, we also now offer futures contracts based on the DJIA Volatility Index, the Nasdaq 100 Volatility Index, the Russell 2000 Volatility Index, and the S&P 500 3-Month Variance Index. For those who are looking for different ways to trade implied volatility in the equity and option markets, we’re the place to be.
Click here for an updated list of all the futures products now online and available for trading at optionsXpress.
John Rogers
Assistant Vice President, Futures
optionsXpress
Futures involve substantial risk and are not appropriate for all investors. Please read Risk Disclosure Statement for Futures and Options prior to applying for an account.
