Two leading indicators that signal a market top
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Market Misbehavior with Dave Keller, CMTIndependent analyst profile- Source published
- 09 Sept 2026, 16:30 UTC
- Recorded by Tahlil Plus
- 09 Sept 2026, 18:56 UTC
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The analysis focuses on the VIX index as a leading indicator for market sentiment and potential downturns. A widening credit spread and a spike in the VIX above 16, particularly above 20, suggests increasing nervousness among bond investors and anticipation of higher volatility. Historically, spikes in the VIX often precede market tops. The current VIX level is below 16, indicating that the options market is pricing in less than a 1% daily move in the S&P 500, which is considered low. A sustained move above 16, and especially above 20, signals a shift towards a more bearish market environment, with volatility expected to increase significantly. The period of January and February of this year is highlighted as an example where VIX spikes preceded market roll-overs. The current conditions do not yet show the extreme volatility indicative of a market top, but the VIX remains a crucial indicator to monitor for potential shifts.
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