Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Lawsuit And Tort Reform Supreme Court Decisions
EMVLAWTORT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.17
Year-over-Year Change
165.95%
Date Range
1/1/1985 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Lawsuit And Tort Reform Supreme Court Decisions tracks changes in equity market volatility following major Supreme Court rulings on lawsuit and tort reform.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index measures the impact of high-profile Supreme Court decisions related to lawsuits and tort reform on stock market volatility. It provides insights into how legal changes affect investor uncertainty and risk perception.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the Federal Reserve based on changes in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) around key Supreme Court rulings.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to understand how the legal environment shapes investor behavior and market stability.
Key Facts
- The index tracks changes in the VIX around key legal rulings.
- It provides insights into how the legal environment affects investor uncertainty.
- Policymakers use this metric to understand the market impact of legal changes.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures the impact of major Supreme Court decisions related to lawsuits and tort reform on equity market volatility.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into how changes in the legal environment shape investor behavior and market stability, which is useful for policymakers and analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve calculates this index based on changes in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) around key Supreme Court rulings.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to understand how the legal environment, particularly lawsuit and tort reform, affects investor uncertainty and market dynamics.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated by the Federal Reserve on a regular basis, but there may be delays in capturing the immediate market impact of Supreme Court decisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Lawsuit And Tort Reform Supreme Court Decisions (EMVLAWTORT), retrieved from FRED.