Macro$CBOE1:15 PM ET

CBOE VIX jumps to four-month high, last at 21.41

By BORSA NewsroomPublished Oct 16, 2026, 1:15 PM EDTUpdated Oct 16, 2026, 1:17 PM EDT

The CBOE Volatility Index rose 4.97 points to 21.41, its highest level in over four months. The move comes during US afternoon trading. No catalyst was immediately cited.

Sentimentbearish 30

Bearish · 30 of 100

Impact60

medium · sector-wide

Confidence55%

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WHAT WE KNOW

VIX at 21.41