U.S. stock markets opened higher today, with positive movement observed in the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq. This increase occurs amid ongoing concerns regarding the economic impact of President Trump’s tariffs, which have been a focal point for investors.

A recent report indicated that the services sector index rose to 53.5 in February, up from 52.8 in January. This increase exceeded economists’ expectations of a more modest rise to 52.9, suggesting a slight improvement in activity within the services industry despite ongoing worries over tariff-related costs.

Additionally, the U.S. dollar experienced a decline, reflecting broader market dynamics. Investors are responding to the latest economic indicators and corporate movements, including notable players like:

• Palantir
• Nvidia
• Tesla

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