"The VIX climbed about 2% in early Monday trading, pushing back above 19 with the 20 threshold in view as traders position for the busiest stretch of first-quarter earnings season."
"Options markets are pricing sizable post-earnings swings for the mega-caps reporting this week, with total call premium in semiconductor options running 25% larger than put premium."
"Face-to-face US-Iran talks failed to materialize in Pakistan, and WTI crude jumped 2% pre-bell to almost $97 a barrel, with Brent above $107."
The CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) increased by about 2%, surpassing 19 as traders brace for a busy earnings week. Nearly half of the Russell 1000 companies are reporting, including major firms like Alphabet and Microsoft. The VIX has decreased by 40% over the past month but remains elevated due to options market dynamics. Stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks have pushed oil prices higher, complicating inflation concerns. Analysts predict the S&P 500 could reach 7,600 by year-end, influenced by upcoming earnings results.
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