The three major indices of the U.S. market, the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average, all commenced trading with gains. The S&P 500 experienced a 0.12% increase, while the Nasdaq rose by 0.02%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed by a more significant 0.41%. Several factors are believed to have contributed to this positive market performance, including strong corporate earnings and optimism regarding the ongoing economic recovery.