A decade of Nifty 50 returns, in one chart
Ten years, three crashes, one pandemic — and an index that still compounded near 12% a year. The long view on Indian equities.
Arjun Nair
Markets
India VIX
12.4
-1.4from 13.8
As of 30 June 2026Daily (shown monthly)
Volatility has eased through the year
India VIX, month-end level
Source: NSE; illustrative levelsShare or embed this chart
What this measures
India VIX measures the market's expectation of near-term volatility in the Nifty 50, derived from options prices. A lower reading signals calmer, more confident markets; sharp spikes usually accompany major shocks or events.
Source & release schedule
National Stock Exchange (NSE)
Computed continuously on market days; month-end level shown here.
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