Fear Index Tags Major Level

 | Aug 07, 2018 03:04PM ET

The CBOE Volatility Index broke 11 on Tuesday, tagging a major support level. Anytime the VIX gets below 12, the markets are stagnant and complacent. However, below 11 it starts to get extreme.h3 Fill And Top/h3

The VIX chart below fills a gap going back to the January 2018 highs. This is significant because of the gap fill, but also the market top in January. Keep a close eye on the market in the next few days.