Dow Closes at Record High, Nasdaq Surges 2%, but Fear & Greed Index Signals Investors Are Still Playing I

Dow Closes at Record High, Nasdaq Surges 2%, but Fear & Greed Index Signals Investors Are Still Playing I

Dow hits record at 53,178 (+693), Nasdaq +2.13%. Manufacturing PMI surged to 55.6, strongest since May 2022. Fear & Greed Index neutral. Economic strength reduces recessionary pressure on tech budgets and hiring; signals M&A and infrastructure investment opportunity.