The volatility ETF $VXX is a risky investment during most market periods. However, during this particular time it may be a great risk versus reward play. Why?
1. Volatility is near all time lows. Historically, the VIX (Volatility Index) below 12 always sees a pop back to at least 18 on any uptick in fear. This is a 50% gain. The lowest the VIX has ever been in the past decade is 10. So the risk versus reward is definitely in favor of buyers here. Less than 20% downside against a gain of 50%.
- Published: 11 August 2016
- Written by Jenny Rebekka