
Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 88.85 points to close at 15,224.69 as investors geared up for the start of U.S. corporate earnings season.
S&P 500 added 8.57 points at 1,640.46.
Most key S&P sectors closed in positive territory, led by utilities and consumer staples, while telecoms and techs lagged.
Nasdaq composite gained 5.45 points to 3,484.83.