How Benchmark's Kevin Kelly Is Trading Equinix

The video features a discussion with Kevin Kelly from Benchmark Investment about market volatility, particularly in the context of rising interest rates and the end of quantitative easing. The conversation covers the behavior of the VIX, market sentiment, and potential investment strategies, highlighting companies with pricing power like Equinix. The discussion also touches on the importance of understanding market dynamics and the potential for mean reversion in volatility levels.

What was a significant factor in last year's muted market volatility?

• Strong dollar

• High inflation rates

• Quantitative easing programs

• Rising interest rates

What does Kevin Kelly suggest about the necessity of a massive VIX spike?

• It is not necessary for a capitulation event

• It shows investor confidence

• It is essential for market stability

• It indicates a market crash

What is the average long-term value of the VIX according to Kevin Kelly?

• 30

• 40

• 20

• 10

Which company is highlighted as having strong pricing power?

• IBM

• Red Hat

• Equinix

• Microsoft

What is the proposed investment strategy involving Equinix?

• Using call spreads

• Investing in bonds

• Short selling

• Buying stocks directly