Stock markets across the United States and Latin America ended Friday’s trading session with cautious gains as investors reacted to corporate earnings, economic data and evolving expectations around global interest rates.
Wall Street ends week on a positive note
Major US indices closed slightly higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite benefiting from renewed buying in technology and communication services stocks. Investors responded positively to strong earnings results from several major companies in the technology sector.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average also finished the session in positive territory, supported by gains in industrial and healthcare stocks.
Market participants continue to monitor inflation trends and signals from the Federal Reserve regarding future interest-rate decisions, which remain a key driver of global financial markets.
Technology sector continues to dominate sentiment
Technology companies remain central to investor confidence in US markets. Continued demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing and digital services has helped sustain strong valuations in the sector.
At the same time, investors are watching consumer spending data closely, as household consumption remains a major pillar of the US economy.
Latin American markets follow global cues
Across Latin America, major exchanges broadly mirrored the positive tone from Wall Street. Brazil’s B3 exchange saw gains in energy and financial stocks, while Mexico’s IPC index also finished the session slightly higher.
Commodity prices, particularly oil and metals, remain a significant influence on Latin American markets due to the region’s large resource-based economies.
Regional markets remain sensitive to global flows
Capital flows between emerging markets and developed economies continue to influence trading across the Americas. Investors frequently adjust exposure based on currency movements, commodity prices and US monetary policy signals.
Despite ongoing volatility, the closing session on Friday suggested that investor sentiment remains cautiously optimistic as markets move into the final trading days of the month.
Newshub Editorial in North America – February 28, 2026
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