While there might not be VIX shares to trade, however, you can place your bets on the volatility index with VIX options. Essentially, VIX options aren't too different from equity options.

It measures the expectation of future volatility based on a snapshot of the previous 30 days’ worth of trading activity. A VIX level above 20 is typically considered “high.” A VIX below 12 ...

One option is via VIX Futures, which according to Sam North, market analyst at eToro, might not be for every investor 'as a significant margin is needed to trade it'. David Morrison, senior ...

This new ETF combines long exposure to the S&P 500 with a nuanced position in short-term VIX options contracts. Last week's sharp drop in equity prices coupled with a quick rebound helped to spike ...