India, Aug. 14 -- The Nasdaq Composite opened higher on Friday as investors assessed fresh economic data, Federal Reserve interest-rate expectations and ongoing developments in the Middle East.

At the opening bell, the Nasdaq Composite climbed 48.1 points, or 0.18%, to 26,851.148. The move came a day after the S&P 500 closed at a record high, while investors continued to monitor the outlook for interest rates and the broader US economy.

Nasdaq Today: Why Is The Nasdaq Moving Higher?

The Nasdaq started Friday's session in positive territory as investors assessed the latest economic indicators and considered what the data could mean for future Federal Reserve policy.

Technology and growth stocks are particularly sensitive to changes in ...