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Volatility tumbles as markets shrug off Middle East risks

Investors warn of complacency as Vix ‘fear gauge’ falls to prewar levels even as oil rises back to about $90 a barrel

Volatility tumbles as markets shrug off Middle East risks

TL;DR

  • The Vix index has fallen to prewar levels.
  • Oil prices have risen back to approximately $90 a barrel.
  • Investors are warning against market complacency.
  • Concerns exist about potential market vulnerability due to current low volatility.