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As of midday Monday, Healthcare shares are leading the market with a 1.5% increase, driven primarily by Moderna Inc. (MRNA), which gained 6.7%, and Cooper Companies, Inc. (COO), up 4.4%. The Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLV) also rose by 1.1% today and is up 6.66% for the year. Notably, year-to-date performance shows Moderna down 33.24% and Cooper down 18.30%.
The Technology & Communications sector follows closely with a 1.4% increase. Key performers include Super Micro Computer Inc. (SMCI) with a rise of 7.1% and Robinhood Markets Inc. (HOOD), up 6.0%. The Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLK) also gained 1.4%, marking a 24.75% increase year-to-date. Super Micro is up 83.38% and Robinhood is up 269.73% year-to-date.
Overall, nine sectors are positive today, with Healthcare and Technology leading the way. Other notable sectors include Industrial (+1.4%), Energy (+1.3%), and Materials (+1.0%).
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