Volatility Index Swap Rate - Long & Short Overnight Fee

	Long (Buy)	Short (Sell)
Swap Rate	-0.116	0.051
Per Standard Lot	-0.116 USD	0.051 USD
Triple Swap Day	Friday	Friday

Last Updated: 03 Jun 2026. Swap rates reflect Afterprime's raw interbank cost structure with zero markup.

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Model the current overnight carry for VIX using the live long and short swap values.
Use the detailed Swap Calculator if you prefer.

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Long swap cost = -0.116 USD

Current overnight holding cost is -0.116 USD per lot per night.

Positive carry

Holding a sell position on VIX overnight earns you +0.051 USD per standard lot per night at current rates.

This is a carry trade opportunity. Your position generates income rather than incurring a cost while rates remain at these levels.

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VIX Swaps FAQs.

What is the swap rate for VIX?+

Afterprime's current VIX swap rates are -0.116 (long) and 0.051 (short) per standard lot per night, denominated in USD.

When is the triple swap applied to VIX?+

Triple swap is charged on [Wednesday/Friday] to account for the Saturday and Sunday settlement period.

How do I calculate my VIX overnight holding cost?+

Multiply the swap rate by your lot size and nights held. Example: 2 lots long for 3 nights = -0.6960000000000001 USD.

Does VIX have a positive or negative swap?+

The long swap on VIX is -0.116 USD per lot per night — a cost on overnight buy positions.

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VIX Swap Rate

Holding a sell position on VIX overnight earns you +0.051 USD per standard lot per night at current rates.

VIX Swaps FAQs.

What is the swap rate for VIX?+

When is the triple swap applied to VIX?+

How do I calculate my VIX overnight holding cost?+

Does VIX have a positive or negative swap?+

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