Why the biggest-ever ‘triple witching’ options expiration could deliver a jolt to Friday’s trading - MarketWatch
Jun 19, 2025, 8:37 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Increased trading volume associated with triple witching could elevate VIX levels. Historical instances show higher volatility occurs on similar event days.
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Monthly options expiration is unprecedented after a holiday. Over $6 trillion in contracts are set to expire. Triple witching typically leads to high volume and volatility. VIX spiked above 20 due to geopolitical tensions. Market uncertainty may result in erratic trading behavior.
Monthly options expiration is unprecedented after a holiday.
Over $6 trillion in contracts are set to expire.
Triple witching typically leads to high volume and volatility.
VIX spiked above 20 due to geopolitical tensions.
Market uncertainty may result in erratic trading behavior.
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