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DJIA Today Hits New Record, Nasdaq Tops 5,000 Again

The DJIA today surged another 155 points, hitting a new record. The S&P 500 also hit a new record, while the Nasdaq crossed the 5,000 level for the first time since March 2000.

What caused the surge? Tech stocks led the way, fueling increased optimism in the sector. China also made a surprise announcement with its monetary policy. The news offset concerns about domestic data.

Here are the day's top stories, plus our new profit tip for investors...