Government-bond yields went on a tear following Trump's win on expectations that the president-elect's immigration and protectionist trade policies would drive inflation and force the Federal Reserve to raise rates. The 10-year note surged as much as 21 basis points to 4.47% on Wednesday, the day after the election.

Stocks are on a roll this month, with the S&P 500 notching its 50th record high of the year and topping the 6,000 point mark for the first time ever.

Sky News host Rowan Dean says the stock market has “hit a record high” following the election of Donald Trump.