The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a new high on Tuesday, surging by 743 points in its largest one-day gain in over a year. Closing at 40,954.48, the blue-chip index rose by 1.85 percent for the day. This increase follows continuous gains since last week, totaling over 4 percent in the last five trading days. The rally was fueled by strong June retail sales data, positive earnings reports, and expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. UnitedHealth was a standout performer, with its stock climbing by 6.5 percent after reporting impressive second-quarter earnings. The Dow consists of 30 major companies like Apple, Boeing, Nike, and Walmart, providing a snapshot of the overall stock market performance. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq also saw gains, reflecting a broader positive market trend. Small-cap stocks in the Russell 2000 index also posted significant gains, signaling potential market strength beyond technology stocks. Overall, the market remains optimistic following recent economic data and positive corporate results.