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Trying to gauge market sentiment is a challenge. But that does not mean people don't keep trying. From measurements based off of skirt lengths, to closed end fund discounts, to the VIX we just keep trying. The newest candidate is Credit Suisse's so-called "Fear Barometer" out which is base ... Read more

Better mousetrap anyone? CSFB has a new gauge to measure volatility. Looking for a better metric to gage market fear? Credit Suisse has launched the 'Credit Suisse Fear Barometer', which gets around many of the problems associated with the VIX. You can view this index on bloomberg at CSFB ... Read more