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Market Turmoil Reveals True Sentiment
Recent market fluctuations underscore the classic principle that markets react negatively to buildup tensions but often recover or stabilize upon actual events like invasions. The VIX, a measure of expected market volatility, surged to levels indicative of extreme panic, reflecting uncertainty among traders. This spike could result from various factors such as the need for short positions to cover or trapped long positions during market turmoil. Additionally, a significant skew in put versus call options suggests a rare panic-induced state, typically seen at market bottoms. The overall sentiment indicates heavy retail liquidation amidst a backdrop of high net worth and institutional investors appearing to seize buying opportunities. Such market conditions may lead to ongoing aftershocks as the dust settles from recent sell-offs.