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VIX Futures

Futures contracts on the VIX volatility index

What is VIX Futures?

VIX Futures Futures contracts on the VIX Index that trade on the CBOE Futures Exchange. VIX futures allow traders to express views on future volatility levels. The VIX futures term structure is typically in contango (upward sloping), which creates a roll cost for long volatility products like VXX and UVXY.

Complete Definition

Futures contracts on the VIX Index that trade on the CBOE Futures Exchange. VIX futures allow traders to express views on future volatility levels. The VIX futures term structure is typically in contango (upward sloping), which creates a roll cost for long volatility products like VXX and UVXY.

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Vix Index Contango Volatility Term Structure

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