Stock market volatility is rising! "Bubble fear" replaces "AI frenzy", investors are cautious about chasing highs: rushing to options to hedge risks.

date
07/02/2026
Wisdom Financial APP learned that after experiencing a turbulent month, the volatility of S&P 500 index options still showed an upward trend. The benchmark index ended its three-week uptrend, and on Friday, the Chicago Options Exchange Volatility Index briefly soared above 20, indicating that market pressure continues to increase. The stock market's pullback has reversed the previous trend of accelerating to record highs, with days of rising spot prices and rising volatility increasing - meaning that stock prices and volatility are moving in sync, rather than the usual inverse relationship.