Dow Surges Over 100 Points Following Fed Minutes: Investor Sentiment Declines, Greed Index Remains In 'Fear' Zone

1. Fear and Greed index at 32.4 indicates market uncertainty. 2. U.S. stocks mostly gained, driven by Dow's 100-point rise. 3. Job creation lower than expected; initial jobless claims fall to 201k. 4. Sector performance varied: consumer staples and healthcare gained, energy fell. 5. Fed minutes show uncertainty about future rate cuts.