Event Brief
VIX jumps as semiconductor rally reverses
Filed: Jun 06, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: Friday’s sell-off in semiconductor stocks pushed the VIX higher and lifted S&P 500 options trading to a record.
WHO: Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) and Cboe options market
WHAT: The VIX posted its biggest single-day pop since March as semiconductor stocks sold off and S&P 500 options hit a record 7.8 million contracts.
WHEN: Jun 06, 2026 at 8:58 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The semiconductor stock sell-off reversed a prior rally, with the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) dropping almost 10% at its low.
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