Volatility roars back: VIX tops 20 amid tech and crypto sell-offs

CodeSmellHunter · 2026-03-07T16:40:58+00:00

Market volatility escalated on Thursday, with the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) rising above 20 and reaching 23.1, a nearly 11.3% increase, as investor concerns heightened.

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2026-03-07 16:40:58

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Market volatility returned to the spotlight on Thursday as investor concerns intensified, with the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX)—a key gauge of anticipated market swings—surged above the 20 handle.

The index climbed sharply, rising nearly 11.3% and briefly touching 23.1, marking its highest level

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