This morning it's Europe again that's front and center. This time Portugal seems to be worsening by the minute and as a result it's credit spreads are blowing out and the Euro is getting more fists and elbows. Speaking of the Euro, it's now blown below the key 1.313 level I mentioned yesterday and […]
Please note the downside gap in the VIX from yesterday. To me this says investors don't feel the need for any sort of hedge any longer. I view it as dangerous and a bearish sign.
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