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Nasdaq 100 rallies 1.5% after volatile day; VIX options gain as traders seek cheap hedges amid oil surge.

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13 May 2026
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The Nasdaq 100 rebounded with a 1.5% rally after a volatile session, avoiding its worst sell-off since March. Despite spikes in individual tech stocks and semiconductor volatility, the S&P 500's VIX index fell, presenting a cheaper hedging opportunity that attracted options traders. Rising oil prices above $100 and climbing Treasury yields pressured tech stocks and bonds, with heavy put buying in long-term bond ETFs signaling bearish sentiment. This dynamic highlights investor caution amid market turbulence and inflation concerns.

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