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The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed to above 13,000 briefly today (Tuesday) for the first time since May 2008. Now investors wonder if the gain will last - and possibly soar even higher.

The Dow touched above 13,000 around 11:30 a.m., pulled back then crossed the line again just after noon.

The market has climbed despite concerns surrounding Greece as well as the continued U.S. economic recovery. The gain represents about a 25% increase since the Dow touched its 2011 low of 10,404 in October. The Dow at 13,000 is only 8.9% from its all-time high of 14,174.53, reached on October 9, 2007.