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Dec 5, 2025 4:00 AM

Nasdaq Rises 50 Points Ahead Of Next Week's Interest-Rate Decision: Greed Index Remains In 'Fear' Zone

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some easing in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Thursday.

U.S. stocks settled mixed on Thursday, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining around 50 points during the session ahead of next week’s widely expected Federal Reserve rate cut.

Traders see almost no doubt the Fed will deliver a third straight 25-basis-point reduction, with futures assigning the move a nearly 90% probability.

Dollar General Corp. (NYSE:DG) led S&P 500 gainers, soaring 14% on Thursday after posting stronger-than-expected earnings and upbeat guidance, reaching its highest level since August 2024. Salesforce Inc. (NASDAQ:CRM) added around 4% following positive results. Kroger Co.