Q: I currently own some VGCX as a market volatility hedge and due to my perception of its upward growth potentiality. Which of UVIX or UVXY would best complement VGCX as a volatility hedge in an otherwise sector and geographically diverse portfolio?

Q: Why is the VIX so low just weeks prior to a politically driven US debt crisis. A similar crisis in 2011 exhibited extreme volatility until an agreement was reached . In the short term downside risk seems more probable than markets going up. You cannot time the markets but what would you suggest as a near term strategy to protect your portfolio.