The Nikkei Volatility Index rose 3.53 points from the previous day to 32.73, reaching its highest level in approximately 2 months. Rapid share price gains have once again heightened market caution.
The Nikkei Volatility Index rose on the 7th by 3.53 points from the previous day to 32.73, reaching its highest level in approximately 2 months.
The Nikkei Volatility Index is calculated from trading trends in stock index options. It is generally considered that a reading above 20 indicates that investors are becoming more cautious about future market volatility.