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  1. Volatility ETFs
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Volatility ETFs

2015-04-23

Volatility ETFs allow investors to gain exposure to the VIX index (also known as the fear index), allowing investors to hedge against the broader markets by investing in volatility. Volatility ETFs are a somewhat contentious investment, and investors should do their research before getting involved. Below are our best articles focused on analyzing and highlighting volatility ETFs.

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Managing Volatility with ETFs

Justin KuepperMay 26, 2016
2016-05-26

Market volatility has a profound impact on investor portfolios. In addition to potential losses,...

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The Complete History of the VIX and VXX

Jared CummansJun 24, 2015
2015-06-24

The CBOE Volatility Index, known as the VIX, has been among the most popular benchmarks over the...

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VIX ETF Options: Leveraged, Inverse, and More

Jared CummansApr 24, 2015
2015-04-24

As ETFs have become more targeted and specialized, they have allowed all types of investors to...

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Shorting the VIX: The Best Inverse VIX ETFs

Stoyan BojinovApr 24, 2015
2015-04-24

As the lineup of ETFs continues to grow, more and more issuers have delivered innovative products...

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