Benchmark Electronics' stock surged 6.09% in pre-market trading on Wednesday, as investors positioned themselves ahead of the company's scheduled quarterly earnings release.

The electronics manufacturing services provider is set to report its first-quarter results after the market closes. According to the earnings calendar, analysts expect Benchmark Electronics to post earnings of $0.56 per share for the quarter.

Pre-market movements often reflect investor sentiment and anticipation regarding upcoming corporate events, with today's significant gain suggesting optimism about the company's financial performance.