Fear Index Signals Calm as Markets Shrug Off Iran Tensions

The most widely followed gauge of market fear and uncertainty was holding steady on Tuesday, suggesting that the flare-up in tensions in the Middle East wasn't fazing investors. The Cboe Volatility Index, or VIX, was flat at 16.7 in early trading. Any reading of below 20 tends to indicate relativel

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