VXX: The VIX Is Rich, Sell Volatility Into Year-End (Downgrade)

iPath Series B S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN is downgraded to a "Sell" due to elevated volatility pricing and historical price decay. VXX is best used for short-term volatility trades, but current market conditions suggest a likely year-end volatility drain and further downside for the ETN. Technical indicators show bearish momentum for VXX, with falling long-term averages and resistance at $41, despite recent volume increases.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 19, 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

Trade War or Not, Specific Industry ETFs Are in Sweet Spots

Trade war jitters rise, but ETFs like MSOS, SILJ, SGDJ, BBC, WISE & CTEX shine on solid fundamentals, offering either safe havens or growth potential.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 16, 2025

Time for Defensive ETFs on Renewed Trump Tariff Threats?

Renewed Trump tariff threats hit markets hard on Oct. 10, 2025. Defensive plays like BTAL, HDGE, CTA, and KMLM outperformed S&P 500 last week as investors sought safety amid rising volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 13, 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

What Does Q4 Hold for the U.S. Economy? ETFs to Consider

Market risks are mounting, prompting investors to seek stability and protection through defensive ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 24, 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

September Effect and ETFs: What Lies Ahead for Investors?

As the September effect looms over Wall Street, investors should eye defensive ETFs like consumer staples, gold and dividends to cushion volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 3, 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