S&P Settles Slightly Higher As Investors Assess Economic Data; Investor Fear Increases, Fear & Greed Index Remains In 'Fear' Zone

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Tuesday.

U.S. stocks settled slightly higher on Tuesday, extending gains from the previous session with investors awaiting more clarity on tariff developments and digested a downbeat consumer confidence report.

On the economic data front, the Conference Board's monthly confidence index declined to a reading of 92.9, compared to market estimates of 93.5. The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller home price index increased 4.7% year-over-year in January, versus a 4.5% increase in December, but down from market estimates of a 4.8% increase. Sales of new single-family homes increased ...