VIX slips below 20 as Trump pulls Greenland tariff threat and Wall Street steadies
NEW YORK, Jan 21, 2026, 15:28 EST Wall Street volatility took a step back on Wednesday as the VIX dropped below 20, with stocks climbing after President Donald Trump dismissed the idea of using force to acquire Greenland. The VIX fell more than 8%, settling at 18.43, while the S&P 500 gained roughly 0.5% in afternoon trading. “The market bounced…