NEW YORK — U.S. stock markets concluded Tuesday's trading session on a high note, with major indices showing considerable gains, propelled by strong performances in the technology and communication services sectors.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced by 126.13 points, or 0.30 percent, closing at 42,080.37. The S&P 500 was up 55.19 points, or 0.97 percent, ending the day at 5,751.13, while the Nasdaq Composite Index saw a significant increase of 259.01 points, or 1.45 percent, to finish at 18,182.92.

Sector-wise, technology and communication services led the gainers, rising 2.12 percent and 1.07 percent respectively. Conversely, the energy and materials sectors faced declines, with energy dropping 2.63 percent and materials falling 0.37 percent. Overall, nine of the eleven primary S&P 500 sectors ended the day in the green, highlighting a largely positive day for the markets.