Why is VXX Down Today?

VXX
$17.40
▼ -2.19% ($-0.38)
Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:38 PM ET (224 min ago)

About iPath Series B S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures ETN

52-Week Range: $17.12 - $40.83

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 VXX showing strong bearish momentum
VXX is down 2.2% today on 0.7x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.7x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

Market Comparison

VXX is significantly underperforming the market (-2.9% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.74%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.02%
VXX
This Stock
-2.19%
vs S&P 500: -2.93%
vs Nasdaq: -3.21%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, VXX is expected to trade between:
$16.88 - $17.75

Key Level to Watch

$16.53 support
Watch for breakdown below $17.40

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Last updated: Oct 02, 2026 8:38 PM (224 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.36
Put/Call Ratio
82.2%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 117,807
Put Volume: 42,865
Total: 160,672
Unusual Activity: $17.5 CALL (10,698 vol) $17.5 PUT (10,503 vol) $17.5 CALL (10,456 vol)

Historical Context

VXX has moved more than 3.0% down on 44 occasions in the past year.

52.3%
Continuation Rate
23/44 times continued down
-0.3%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 22, 2026 (-3.1%) → Next day: +2.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is VXX stock down today?

VXX is down 2.2% today on 0.7x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is VXX stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, VXX shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the VXX stock price target?

VXX is currently trading at $17.40. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $16.88 - $17.75. See long-term price prediction →

Will VXX stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that VXX's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $16.53 (support).

Is VXX stock oversold or overbought?

VXX's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 40.1. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for VXX stock?

VXX's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.36. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is VXX outperforming or underperforming the market?

VXX (-2.19%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.9% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.74%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.02%.

What does MACD indicate for VXX?

VXX's MACD (-0.41) is currently above the signal line (-0.48), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 17.4) is weak.

Is VXX in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, VXX is in a bearish trend. The price ($17.40) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($17.81) and 50-day SMA ($19.05). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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