Two New VIX Records

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By Bill Luby on October 25, 2008 | More Posts By Bill Luby | Author's Website

The Volatility Index VIX (^VIX) established a new intra-day record of 89.53 and end of day record of 79.13, obliterating the previous records from last week by more than 8 points each.

Today’s action marked the third Friday in a row that the VIX established a new record close. The VIX has now closed over 50 for 15 consecutive sessions, with the 10 day moving average now up to an even 64.00.

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