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Energy and defense sectors rotate into favor, VIX settles at 17.44

Energy, defense, and industrials surged 22%+ year-to-date replacing tech. Exxon, Chevron, BP, Lockheed Martin led as VIX closed at 17.44, keeping volatility subdued.

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