Wall Street’s fear gauge is ripping. Traders see it going even higher

October 16, 2026

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The sell-off in AI-related stocks pushed the VIX above 22 for the first time in four months. A cluster of trades suggests it could go even higher.The sell-off in AI-related stocks pushed the VIX above 22 for the first time in four months. A cluster of trades suggests it could go even higher.

Wall Street’s fear gauge is ripping. Traders see it going even higher

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