S&P 500 Hits Record High: Investor Sentiment Improves, Fear Index Remains In 'Greed' Zone
1. The Fear and Greed index improved, indicating stronger market sentiment. 2. U.S. stocks closed higher, with S&P 500 hitting a new all-time high. 3. Mortgage applications declined, signaling potential economic slowdown risks. 4. S&P 500 sectors showed mixed results; energy and tech stocks led gains. 5. Investors await earnings results from major retailers today.