US markets open higher as major indexes recover, with Apple seeing gains after announcing a massive investment plan.

Markets Rebound After Recent Losses
Wall Street saw a positive start to the week on Monday, 24 February, as key stock indexes climbed, recovering from the sharp downturn experienced last week. Investors showed renewed confidence, while Apple’s shares fluctuated after the company unveiled a US$500 billion investment initiative.

At the opening bell, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 65.1 points (0.15%), reaching 43,493.12. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 added 13.6 points (0.23%), pushing it to 6,026.69, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 66.8 points (0.34%) to 19,590.85.

Investor Optimism Returns
The bounce in stock prices follows a volatile week marked by investor concerns over interest rates and economic uncertainty. Analysts suggest that market participants are regaining confidence, particularly as companies release investment plans and earnings reports.

Apple’s US$500 billion investment strategy, announced earlier in the day, attracted attention, contributing to slight gains for the tech giant despite choppy early trading.

Looking Ahead
Market analysts are closely monitoring upcoming economic data and Federal Reserve signals, which could influence the next movement in stocks. The recovery seen at the opening may set the tone for the remainder of the trading session as investors assess whether the rebound is sustainable.