Nasdaq operates the world's largest electronic stock exchange and has evolved into a global financial technology provider. Founded in 1971 as the first automated quotation system, the company now powers trading across more than 130 markets in 50+ countries, maintaining approximately 4,000 listings with an aggregate market value of $14 trillion.
Beyond running its flagship exchange, Nasdaq delivers mission-critical infrastructure, risk management platforms, and surveillance systems to banks, brokers, regulators, and other market operators. The company's technology stack spans electronic trading infrastructure, market data systems, financial crime detection and anti-money laundering tools, and capital markets analytics that help institutions navigate public markets.
The company serves a diverse client base across financial institutions, public companies, and regulatory bodies globally. Nasdaq's product suite includes surveillance technology for exchanges and regulators, platforms for risk management and compliance, and analytics tools that help issuers build stakeholder trust and make informed decisions about accessing capital markets.