Whats the Significance of the Dow Hitting 18,000?

The video discusses the recent performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, highlighting its record high of 17,958 in 2014 after significant job growth in the US economy. It emphasizes the importance of the 18,000-point milestone, not for its numerical value, but for the speed at which it was reached. The video compares this achievement to past records, noting the Dow's rapid rise from 10,000 to 11,000 in 1999. It also analyzes recent trends, including a rally from a dip below 17,000, and speculates on future milestones like reaching 20,000 points.

How many days did it take for the Dow to rise from 17,000 to 18,000?

What was the record time for the Dow to rise between thousands?