The S&P 500 Volatility Index ($VIX) fell for the first time in 3 sessions despite testing a morning peak of 40.32. Current and lower resistance at 40-40.50 was breached but held with a move above the latter signaling additional strength towards 42-42.50.
Upper support at 35.50-35 was challenged but held on the afternoon fade to 35.53. A close below the latter would be a renewed bullish signal for a retest towards the 32.50-32 area.