Deep Dive: Global Market Stress, Odds of a Brexit

The video discusses the recent impact on global financial markets, focusing on the monthly jobs report and its implications for a June rate increase. Brexit becomes the central focus, with a surge in the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Financial Stress Index and increased volatility in equities and treasuries. The video examines the odds of Brexit based on UK betting sites, noting a significant drop in the odds of remaining. It also explores volatility indices like the VIX and Euro STOXX 50, highlighting recent market trends and speculation.

What was the main focus of the global financial markets after the release of the monthly jobs report?

• Brexit

• The surge in the VIX

• A potential rate increase in June

• The MOVE Index

Which index measures volatility in equities?

• VIX

• Global Financial Stress Index

• Euro STOXX 50

• MOVE Index

How did the odds of remaining in the EU change according to the betting sites?

• Increased to 75%

• Remained at 85%

• Dropped to 62%

• Increased to 90%

What does the Euro STOXX 50 volatility index indicate about market conditions?

• Low volatility compared to the US

• No significant changes

• Stable market conditions

• High volatility relative to history

What was the notable change in the US Chicago VIX recently?

• It remained stable

• It decreased significantly

• It showed no change

• It surged and remained elevated