Americans awoke Wednesday to the news that Donald J. Trump had once again won the White House, a remarkable political comeback that buoyed investors and drew congratulations from around the globe. His victory was confirmed just after 5:30 a.m. Eastern when he captured the battleground state of Wisconsin, putting him above the threshold of 270 electoral votes.
U.S. stocks, the value of the dollar and yields on Treasury bonds all recorded gains as Mr. Trump’s victory became clear. Major U.S. stock indexes surged at the start of trading, reflecting a definitive result in the election after weeks of uncertainty.
Mr. Trump’s supporters were celebrating a clear-cut win in what pre-election polls had suggested would be a tight race. It will take days for a final vote count, but Mr. Trump appeared on track to win not only the Electoral College but the national popular vote. It was the best showing for a Republican presidential candidate since 2004.
CONGRATULATIONS MR PRESIDENT!