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Analyzing XLU’s Implied Volatility Trends

Analyzing XLU’s Implied Volatility Trends

On April 6, 2018, the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF’s (XLU) implied volatility was ~16%—marginally higher than its 15-day average. The SPDR S&P 500’s implied volatility was close to 18%—higher than its 15-day average of 16%.