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Nasdaq Inc. operates in the Financial sector, within the Investment Services industry, and was founded in 1971 in the United States. The company was initially established as an association of independent brokerage firms and became a pioneer by creating the world’s first electronic stock market. Today, Nasdaq is led by CEO Adena Friedman and is regulated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as well as other international financial authorities.
With a diversified business model, Nasdaq provides financial data, analytics, software, and services to companies and investors, enabling greater efficiency in trade execution and decision-making. Its operations are structured into four main business segments:
Market Services: management and operation of stock exchanges, including six in the U.S. and multiple trading platforms across Europe.
Corporate Platforms: governance and capital markets solutions for public and private companies.
Investment Intelligence: delivery of financial data and analytics for institutional and retail investors.
Market Technology: distribution of historical and real-time market data to financial institutions and investors.
Nasdaq operates three stock exchanges in the United States — Nasdaq Stock Market, Nasdaq BX, and Nasdaq PSX — and provides derivatives, options, and futures trading across several European markets. Additionally, the company delivers advanced technology solutions for the investment industry, strengthening its global reach.
With a presence in major financial hubs across North America, Europe, Asia, and other strategic regions, Nasdaq’s business model is rooted in innovation and technology, driving financial operations with efficiency and security.
The company employs approximately 4,361 people and maintains a strong operational structure, supported by offices, development centers, and advanced digital infrastructure to run its trading platforms. Its commitment to modernizing financial markets has positioned it among the world’s leading providers of stock exchanges and financial technology services.
History and Founding of Nasdaq Inc.
Nasdaq Inc.’s history began on February 8, 1971, when it was launched as the world’s first electronic stock exchange. The innovation provided a more efficient and accessible trading environment, transforming how financial assets were bought and sold.
In its early years, Nasdaq faced the challenge of establishing an electronic marketplace in an industry dominated by physical trading floors. However, its innovative model quickly gained traction. By 1981, around 37% of the 21 billion shares traded in the U.S. passed through Nasdaq’s platform — a share that grew to 46% by 1991.
As the market evolved, Nasdaq partnered with the London Stock Exchange, creating the first intercontinental provider of capital market services. Another milestone came in 1998, when Nasdaq became the first U.S. exchange to enable online stock trading, revolutionizing investor access to financial markets.
Nasdaq went public on July 2, 2002, transitioning from a market operator to a publicly traded company. In the following years, it expanded globally and, in 2007, merged with OMX, a leading Nordic exchange operator, solidifying its position as one of the world’s largest financial infrastructure providers.
Recent milestones include:
2020: Expansion of fintech services and enhancement of cybersecurity across trading platforms.
2021: Strategic partnerships to promote transparency and innovation in capital markets.
2022–2024: Investments in artificial intelligence and automation to improve the efficiency of financial operations.
Today, Nasdaq Inc. stands as one of the world’s leading stock exchange operators and financial technology providers, driving the modernization of global markets through cutting-edge and highly efficient solutions.
Additional Information
The Company Nasdaq Inc. (United States), is listed on Nasdaq with a market cap of $ 50.07 Billions, having an equity of $ 12.03 Billions.
With a total of 4.361 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Financial and categorized in industry of Investment Services.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 8.17 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 1.63 Billion.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 30.82, a P/BV ratio of 4.16 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of NDAQ was at 1.17%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker NDAQ.
