

Global X S&P 500 Tail Risk ETF (NYSEARCA:XTR - Get Free Report) was the recipient of a large increase in short interest during the month of December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totaling 4,196 shares, an increase of 210.1% from the November 30th total of 1,353 shares. Based on an average trading

Investors have enjoyed great runs in the equities and fixed-income markets, but with traditional assets hitting new record highs, investors are more susceptible to greater downside risks. Investors may consider options-based strategies to help mitigate that potential downside and better manage their future risks.

The ETF issuer launched six funds that use options to limit equity risk.

Global X ETFs announced in a press release the launch of six ETFs designed to help investors looking for options-based strategies in a period of low-yield increased volatility. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a perpetually low-rate environment with marked periods of volatility.