FreeBlack Swan PartyMon, Dec 2The VIX: Calm Before the Storm or a Prelude to Stability?As we approach the end of 2024, the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), often referred to as Wall Street’s “fear gauge,” is painting a picture of calm. Recently, the VIX fell below 14, a level that suggests a market relatively free of anxiety as we head into the holiday season. But what does this mean for investors, and should we brace for a shift in sentiment as we move into 2025?