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- VIX (Volatility Index): A measure of market volatility expectations based on S&P 500 index options, often referred to as the "fear gauge".
- Year-to-Date (YTD) Performance: The percentage change in an asset’s value from the beginning of the current calendar year to the present date.
- Bitcoin (BTC): A decentralized digital currency secured by blockchain technology, often used as both an investment and payment method.