Professional and everyday investors have rallied around a plethora of catalysts, including the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the resiliency of the U.S. economy, a decline in the prevailing rate of inflation, and excitement surrounding stock splits.

Following his victory in November, the broader market was propelled higher, with financial stocks surging on the prospect of less oversight. Additionally, many of stock markets most-influential businesses have jumped on the belief that Trump will target another round of corporate income tax rate cuts — at least for businesses that make their products in America.

U.S. stock index futures firmed on Tuesday, as investors assessed newly elected President Donald Trump's executive orders on issues including energy and immigration, while awaiting his first move on trade policy.

U.S. stocks were gaining early Wednesday as traders digested President Donald Trump’s policy plans. His early announcements eased concerns about tariffs on imports and bolstered the outlook for technology companies.