VIX Index Today, December 7, 2025: What the Market’s Fear Gauge Is Signaling Now
As of December 7, 2025, the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) – Wall Street’s classic “fear gauge” – is sitting in the mid‑teens after a sharp retreat from November’s volatility spikes. The latest trade data show spot VIX around 15.4, down roughly 12–13% so far in December, and well below the panic peaks above 26 seen just a few weeks ago. Fortune+3Cboe Global Markets+3Investing.com+3 That mix of calmer volatility and still‑elevated macro risks makes the VIX index a crucial number to watch for anyone trading stocks, options, or VIX-linked products. Key Takeaways for December 7, 2025 What Exactly Is the VIX