US Markets Kick Off Strong Today
The US stock markets opened on a positive note today, with all three major indices moving upward. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.13% at the opening bell, the S&P 500 edged up 0.3%, and the Nasdaq Composite surged ahead with a strong 0.6% increase, leading the rally.
Chipmakers Power Nasdaq's Gains
The semiconductor sector stood out, with leading chipmakers delivering robust performances. ASML saw its stock jump 2.6% after reporting record net sales and full-year revenue for Q4. Nvidia also climbed 1.4%, reflecting sustained demand for its products.
- Dow Jones rose 0.13% at open
- S&P 500 increased by 0.3%
- Nasdaq surged 0.6% at the start