Bloomberg Market Wrap 5/9: SKEW Index, Oil and German Yields

Bloomberg Market Wrap 5/9: SKEW Index, Oil and German Yields

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The video discusses the Skew Index as a real fear indicator, contrasting it with the VIX. It highlights market divergences and potential pullbacks in the S&P 500. The commodities market, particularly oil and gold, is analyzed in light of trade tensions. The video also examines global negative yield trends and central bank actions, emphasizing the role of currency basis trades in turning negative yields into positive returns.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does Kevin Kelly refer to as the 'real Fear index' and why?

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How did the skew index behave in relation to the S&P 500's performance last year?

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What indicators suggest that a rebound in oil prices might be on the way?

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What is the current sentiment among traders regarding the price outlook for commodities?

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What factors are contributing to the negative yields observed in the German sovereign yield curve?

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