Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Other Regulation
EMVOTHERREG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.70
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/1985 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Other Regulation measures daily swings in U.S. equity market volatility driven by policy and regulatory changes, providing insight into how uncertainty impacts investor behavior.
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 series tracks market volatility due to regulatory and policy developments, rather than fundamental economic factors. It is used by economists and analysts to assess the impact of uncertainty from the regulatory environment on equity prices and trading activity.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the Federal Reserve using proprietary models and volatility indices.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market participants monitor this indicator to gauge the effects of the regulatory landscape on financial markets.
Key Facts
- Tracks daily changes in U.S. equity market volatility due to policy and regulatory factors.
- Used by economists and analysts to assess the impact of regulatory uncertainty on financial markets.
- Calculated by the Federal Reserve using proprietary models and volatility indices.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Other Regulation measures daily changes in U.S. equity market volatility driven by policy and regulatory developments, rather than fundamental economic factors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into how uncertainty from the regulatory environment impacts investor behavior and equity prices, which is useful for policymakers and market participants.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the Federal Reserve using proprietary models and volatility indices.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market participants monitor this indicator to gauge the effects of the regulatory landscape on financial markets.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Federal Reserve provides timely updates on this series, which is calculated daily based on real-time market data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Equity Market Volatility Tracker: Other Regulation (EMVOTHERREG), retrieved from FRED.