Volatility Index Dips Amid Market Calm: VIX Stands at 17.36 as of February 9, 2026

The Cboe Volatility Index, known as the VIX, currently stands at a spot price of 17.36 as of February 9, 2026, according to Cboe Global Markets data. This reflects a percent change of -2.25%, or down 0.40 points, from the prior close.

Investing.com historical data shows the VIX closed at 17.76 on February 6, 2026, after ranging from a low of 17.27 to a high of 21.49 that day, following a sharper drop from 21.77 on February 5. The St. Louis Fed's VIXCLS series confirms the February 6 close at 17.76, with earlier sessions at 18.64 on February 4 and 18.00 on February 3, indicating a recent downtrend from mid-20s peaks earlier in the month.

This decline aligns with broader market calming after heightened uncertainty. Cboe reports note implied volatilities easing post-Fed meeting, despite equity gains, as SPX fixed-strike vols adjusted with spot prices in a "spot up, vol up" pattern last week. Barchart technicals for VIX futures reveal a 5-day moving average of 19.2050 with a -2.42% price change, and a strong 9-day Directional Index of 52.34 favoring negative direction, signaling bearish momentum. Recent Cboe insights highlight volatility widening between tech and small caps amid sector rotation, with precious metals skew flipping to puts on downside gold risks.

Over the past sessions per Investing.com, the VIX swung wildly: +21.89% on one day, then -14.03%, showing choppy trends before settling lower. FRED data points to next release on February 10, potentially influencing intraday moves. Overall, receding macro fears like Fed uncertainty and economic cooling signals are driving the pullback, though futures like February 2026 VIX at 22.55 suggest elevated expectations ahead.

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