SPX Sigma and Volatility Chart for November
Price cycles between alternating periods of high and low volatility, and if we can assess the current condition, we can have a glimpse into the likely future of the market’s volatility.
What’s the market saying right now as we begin November and finish our election? Let’s see!
We’re seeing a one-year daily chart of the S&P 500 with Sigma Bands (expanded Bollinger Bands which are based on Standard Deviation) and the daily Average True Range (ATR).
Again, we can see the cycle between low (November/December 2015, April to June, 2016, August to September 2016) and then high volatility periods.
Not only does it make sense – given the election – but the market is breaking currently into a higher volatility period as seen by the expanding Sigma Bands and rise in the daily ATR.
For quick reference, the Midpoint comes into play today at 2,128 which is the middle of the volatility range.
Compare the prior November into December period with what we’re seeing now and prepare for a future with slightly higher volatility!
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