US markets today: Wall Street opens higher in holiday-shortened week; S&P 500 nears record

US stock markets opened higher on Monday, with major indices showing modest gains amid light trading. Strength in commodities, including record highs for gold and silver, supported market sentiment. Investors are now awaiting key economic data releases later in the week, including GDP and consumer confidence.

US markets today: Wall Street opens higher in holiday-shortened week; S&P 500 nears record
US stock markets opened higher on Monday, with major indices showing modest gains amid light trading. Strength in commodities, including record highs for gold and silver, supported market sentiment. Investors are now awaiting key economic data releases later in the week, including GDP and consumer confidence.