The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) closed at 20.82 on Friday, February 13, 2026. This modestly elevated figure signals higher-than-average implied volatility, indicating investors anticipate significant near-term market fluctuation.


The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) closed at 20.82 on Friday, February 13, 2026. This modestly elevated figure signals higher-than-average implied volatility, indicating investors anticipate significant near-term market fluctuation.