The Dow Turns Higher. It's Still Having a Terrible March.

Core Viewpoint - The Dow Jones Industrial Average has turned higher recently but is experiencing its worst March since the pandemic began, with a significant decline in value [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - The Dow increased by 57 points, or 0.1%, after opening lower [1]. - The index is down more than 5% for the month of March [1]. - If the decline persists, it would mark the largest percentage drop in March since a nearly 14% decline in 2020 [2]. Group 2: Historical Context - The Dow is on track for its worst month overall since September 2022 [2].