Contango and backwardation are trailing indicators that give you a snapshot of what is currently happening without offering a clear view of what will happen in the future.

Six-Month Bitcoin Chart with Historical Volatility (Barchart) The chart illustrates Bitcoin’s historical volatility rise from 31.76% on Feb. 20, 2024, to 56.91% on March 12.

SVIX delivered over +35% total return since April 2025, driven by a decline in volatility and the VIX futures curve shifting ...

Contango Asset Management Ltd. reported a positive shift in market conditions for FY2024, leading to a 7.9% increase in investment and service fees and a significant reduction in net loss after tax.

Passive long-only oil funds are likely to see a surge in volume later this year as a change in market structure provides an extra source of income for investors from what traders call "roll yield".