IBM stock gained in premarket after a partnership with HSBC showed quantum computing improved bond trading forecasts by 34%.

Global stock markets appear to be hitting a pause as investors grapple with concerns over high valuations. This comes in the wake of a surge that has seen markets rise relentlessly recently.

WTI crude oil prices rose over 2% to the $65 per barrel mark on Wednesday, extending a 1.8% gain from the previous session.

GBP/USD tests key support ahead of US data drop. DAX falls despite improving consumer sentiment.