Wall Street's Fear Gauge Is Back–And Buying It Might Save Your Summer
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Benzinga
Market Volatility in August: The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) experienced its largest daily increase in months, reflecting heightened market volatility typical for August and September, historically the most turbulent months for U.S. stocks.
Investment Strategies Amid Volatility: Investors are advised to consider hedging their portfolios with VIX options while also potentially increasing stock exposure during volatility spikes, as historical data suggests positive returns following such events.
Analyst Views on VOO
Wall Street analysts forecast VOO stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VOO 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.
