Schwab Trading Activity Index™: Score Declines to Moderate-Low Levels in April Amid Market Volatility
The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ (STAX) decreased to 48.87 in April, down from its score of 51.65 in March.
- The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ (STAX) decreased to 48.87 in April, down from its score of 51.65 in March.
- “While Schwab clients were net buyers of equities, the investor enthusiasm that characterized the March results began to wane in April, pushing down the STAX score for the month.
- The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) spiked from 13.01 to 15.03, reflecting additional perceived downside risks to equities.
- Popular names bought by Schwab clients during the period included:
Names net sold by Schwab clients during the period included: