The major U.S. stock indexes opened higher on September 24, 2025, with the S&P 500 rising 0.21%, the Nasdaq Composite gaining 0.36%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 0.17%. This rally is driven by positive economic data, robust corporate earnings, and expectations of favorable monetary policy. The performance indicates broad investor confidence, potentially impacting risk appetite in other asset classes, including cryptocurrencies.