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- VIX: The Volatility Index measures market expectations of near-term volatility, often referred to as Wall Street's "fear gauge."
- Fed Rate Cut: A monetary policy action by the U.S. Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, typically aimed at stimulating economic activity.
- Stock Futures: Contracts obligating the purchase or sale of a stock index at a predetermined price on a future date, used to speculate or hedge market movements.