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US Stock Futures Rise as VIX Declines After Sharp S&P 500 and Nasdaq Drop

Futures edge upward following the worst single-day losses since October for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes, with market volatility easing.

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Terms & Concepts
  • VIX: The Volatility Index, which measures market expectations for near-term volatility and is often referred to as the 'fear gauge'.
  • S&P 500: A stock market index tracking the performance of 500 large companies listed on U.S. exchanges.
  • Nasdaq: A major U.S. stock exchange known for its high concentration of technology and growth-oriented companies.