Tech Giants Propel S&P 500 and Nasdaq to Record Highs Ahead of Crucial Inflation Data

The U.S. stock market demonstrated remarkable resilience on Monday, March 9th, 2026, as both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite climbed to fresh record highs. Despite a cautious start to the week, investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and a significant corporate shakeup in the airline sector provided enough momentum to overcome lingering anxieties regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate trajectory. The market's performance today reflects a "wait-and-see" approach as traders prepare for a p ...