Why Volatility ETFs Deserve Attention as a Short-Term Play

AI jitters, rising debt and a spike in volatility are shaking markets. Here's why volatility ETFs may deserve a closer look as a short-term hedge.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 13, 2026

Brace for Choppy Markets Ahead With These Volatility ETFs

With geopolitical tensions building and concerns about tech-driven inflation, volatility is back in focus. Here are volatility ETFs to watch.

Zacks Investment Research • Jan 5, 2026

The Zacks Analyst Blog VXX, VIXM,JEPQ,JEPI,QYLD

AI bubble worries are rising, and market volatility is picking up. These short-term ETF strategies aim to hedge risk while staying invested.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 17, 2025

AI Optimism on Pause? ETFs to Play in the Short Term

As AI uncertainty fuels volatility, these ETFs offer smart short-term defense without abandoning long-term AI upside.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 16, 2025

Market Turbulence Ahead? Volatility ETFs to Consider

As tech selling raises volatility and rate-cut hopes fade, volatility ETFs stand out as a timely way to navigate near-term market swings.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 14, 2025

A $38 Trillion Problem: ETFs to Play Rising Debt Pressure

With U.S. debt hitting a record $38 trillion amid a prolonged shutdown, investors should turn to defensive ETF strategies for stability.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 24, 2025

Here's Why Volatility ETFs Can Be Your Best Bet

As trade war tensions reignite and AI bubble fears mount, investors eye ETFs like VXX, VIXY and VIXM to hedge against rising market turmoil.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 13, 2025

Tariff Uncertainty Still Weighs on Markets: Volatility ETFs to Play

Tariff uncertainty and Fed moves cloud Wall Street, but VXX, VIXY and VIXM ETFs stand out as volatility plays.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 17, 2025

Why Caution Still Matters in a Bullish Market? ETFs in Focus

Rising inflation, record U.S. debt and AI-driven risks are fueling volatility, ETFs like VXX, VIXY and VIXM offer timely hedging options.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2025

Ride the Volatility Wave With These ETFs

As inflation, debt fears and Fed uncertainty rise, VXX, VIXY and VIXM offer a tactical hedge for short-term volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 17, 2025