VXN

Introduction

The CBOE NASDAQ-100 Volatility Index^SM (VXN^SM) is a key measure of market expectations of near-term volatility conveyed by NASDAQ-100 Index (NDX) option prices. It measures the market's expectation of 30-day volatility implicit in the prices of near-term NASDAQ-100 options. VXN is quoted in percentage points, just like the standard deviation of a rate of return, e.g. 19.36. CBOE disseminates the VXN index value continuously during trading hours. The VXN Index is a leading barometer of investor sentiment and market volatility relating to the NASDAQ-100 Index.

Options on the VXN Index

Press Release Sept. 26, 2007
Press Release Sept. 6, 2007
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Futures on the VXN Index

On July 6, 2007, CBOE Futures Exchange (CFE) launched futures contracts on the CBOE NASDAQ-100 Volatility Index (ticker symbol VXN, futures symbol VN), under a licensing agreement with The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc. Futures on VXN trade electronically on CFE using the CBOEDirect® trade engine. These innovative futures provide a pure play on implied volatility independent of the direction and level of stock prices. VXN futures may also provide an effective way to hedge equity returns, to diversify portfolios, and to spread implied against realized volatility.

Methodology for Calculation of the VXN Index

On September 22, 2003, CBOE implemented a new methodology and revised price history for the VXN Index. The same formula and methodology used to calculate the VIX Index is applied to the VXN as well.

VXN Historical Price Data

Please select from the links below for VXN historical data using the new methodology:

VXN data for February 2001 - Present (Updated Daily)

Click here for the most recent VIX, VXO, and VXN Open, High, Low and Close data.

CBOE Nasdaq Volatility Index data is compiled for the convenience of site visitors and is furnished without responsibility for accuracy and is accepted by the site visitor on the condition that transmission or omissions shall not be made the basis for any claim, demand or cause for action. The information and data was obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy is not guaranteed.

VXN Price Charts

Please note that past prices are not guarantees of future returns, and that the changes in prices for the VXN spot index and VXN futures often will not match.

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