Wall Street Experiences Increased Volatility as Markets Decline Due to Credit Worries
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 17 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Market Volatility: The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) rose above 27, its highest since April, as investor anxiety increased due to loan defaults at regional banks, reminiscent of the 2023 banking crisis.
Stock Market Impact: Major banking stocks experienced significant declines, leading to lower stock index futures, while rising U.S.-China trade tensions and profit-taking contributed to a downturn in the S&P 500 and tech stocks like Nvidia and Tesla.
Analyst Views on VXX
Wall Street analysts forecast VXX stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VXX is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
