Equity Volatility Jumps Most Since April 2025 Tariff Turmoil

The Cboe Volatility Index jumped on Thursday as traders purchased hedges against large S&P 500 declines. The move marked the largest daily increase since April 2025, when tariff announcements triggered market volatility. Trading volume in options contracts used to protect against sharp equity movements increased significantly during the session.

• Bloomberg — Equity Volatility Jumps Most Since April 2025 Tariff Turmoil

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