TVC:VIX   Volatility S&P 500 Index
Using vix to detect cycles. Vix enters periods of bull cycles where it grinds up consistently at lower volatility levels, at mid range theres a long swings/sideways actions punctuated by black crashes that spike volatility.
Given where we are today I think grinding up is likely to continue.
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