VIX Drops to 23.87 as Market Volatility Eases Amid Reduced Risk Concerns

The Cboe Volatility Index, known as the VIX, stands at a current spot price of 23.87 as of April 2, 2026, according to Cboe Global Markets trade data. This reflects a percent change of -2.73%, or down 0.67 points from the previous close of 24.54.

Cboe reports the VIX opened at 26.78 that day, with a 52-week range from a low of 13.38 to a high of 60.13, positioning today's level toward the middle amid recent fluctuations. The decline follows a volatile period, as Federal Reserve Economic Data from St. Louis Fed shows the index at 24.54 on April 1, up from 25.25 on March 31 but down sharply from 30.61 on March 30 and 31.05 on March 27.

Underlying factors for the drop include easing downside risks in equity markets. Cboe insights note the SPX skew in the 99th percentile has eased as fears subside, while WTI 1-month implied volatility fell from a peak of 68% last week to 51%, with the implied-realized vol spread halving from 30 points to 14 amid reduced oil supply disruption concerns.

The VIX, a barometer of 30-day implied volatility from S&P 500 options, typically moves inversely to stocks—about 80% of the time per volatility trading analysis. At 23.87, it signals expected near-term swings of roughly 1.46% daily or 8% monthly in the S&P 500, with 68% confidence, per Cboe methodology. Over the past year, the index is down 47.32% according to Investing.com historical data, reflecting a broader calming trend after peaks.

Investing.com confirms the live price at 23.87, aligning with Fidelity Investments quotes. VIX futures also trended lower, with near-term contracts like VX/X5 at 23.85 down 0.05, per Cboe Futures Exchange.

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