The Volatility Blame Game - Sunday Roundup, October 6, 2024

Volatility in the U.S. equity options market remains relatively high, and there are a handful of reasons for that besides the U.S. presidential election. Data show the Cboe Volatility Index tends to increase going into October during election years before selling off right before the event, however, this year investors are more concerned about the U.S. economy and interest rate cuts – at least for right now.