Editor's Note: This article has been revised to provide accurate details regarding Oracle's stock activity.
U.S. stocks experienced a surge on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 setting new record highs following a surprising decline in private payrolls, which bolstered expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts. The S&P 500 soared above 6,200 points, marking new record highs. The index gained 0.5% for the day. The Nasdaq also rose by 0.9% to 22,393.13. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average held steady around 44,500.
These are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
