Nasdaq, Inc.
NASDAQ: NDAQ
Stock price
98.73 USD
(+0%) TODAY
Financial Performance
5Y price score: 77
The price score is a basic measure of the stock's performance against the S&P 500 Index over a five-year period.
A score of 100 indicates that the stock did as well as the S&P 500 Index.
A score below 100 means the stock underperformed the index, while a score above 100 means it outperformed the S&P 500.
10Y return: 349.4%
US$ Per
Share
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76.5
52-week range
101.7
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Forecast:
Valuation
Free Cash Flow Yield
3.5 %
Dividend Yield TTM
1.1 %
Market cap $
$ 55,188
Price / Earnings TTM
28.8
Price / Book TTM
4.6
PEG TTM
2
Earnings growth and return
LTM
5YR
10YR
Total return (price & dividends)
5.8 %
61.3 %
349.4 %
Free cash flow per share growth
(5.9) %
62.4 %
221.2 %
Earnings per share growth
14.1 %
66.1 %
272.3 %
Business Summary:
Latest Earnings Call Takeaways
2026 Q2 (Jul 23, 2026)
1) Financial Performance Overview
- Nasdaq reported $1.5 billion in net revenue for Q2 2026, a 15% YoY increase.
- Solutions revenue reached $1.2 billion, up 17% YoY.
- Annualized recurring revenue (ARR) grew 12% YoY to $3.3 billion.
- Operating expenses were $641 million, a 10% increase, leading to a 57% operating margin and 60% EBITDA margin.
- Diluted EPS grew 25% to $1.07, marking the first time it exceeded $1.
2) Divisional Highlights
- Capital Access Platforms: Revenue increased 18% to $621 million; notable IPOs included SpaceX, raising $86 billion.
- Financial Technology: Revenue grew 15% to $539 million, with a 16% ARR growth. Nasdaq Verafin saw 22% revenue growth.
- Market Services: Achieved 11% net revenue growth, driven by record volumes in U.S. options and equities, including a record $296 billion in notional value traded during the June Triple Witch event.
3) Strategic Initiatives and Innovations
- Nasdaq launched 34 new products in Q2, including 11 insurance products.
- Continued investment in AI capabilities across divisions, with significant client adoption of AI tools.
- The Index business surpassed $1 trillion in assets under management, with $51 billion in net inflows for the quarter.
- Expansion of the Nasdaq-100 with new ETF launches and cross-listings, enhancing global investor access.
4) Market Environment and Regulatory Engagement
- The IPO environment remains robust, with a broadening pipeline of companies across various sectors, including AI, healthcare, and defense.
- Nasdaq is actively engaging with regulators on innovations like always-on markets and tokenization of assets, which could enhance investor access.
- The company is preparing for the launch of 23/5 trading on December 6, 2026, and has received SEC approval for new product offerings.
5) Challenges and Future Outlook
- Nasdaq anticipates tougher expense comparisons in upcoming quarters due to increased marketing and compensation expenses.
- The company is focused on maintaining operational efficiency while navigating a changing regulatory landscape.
- Future growth is expected to be driven by AI adoption, market modernization, and the expansion of recurring revenue streams.
Bottom line: Nasdaq's strong Q2 2026 results reflect robust growth across all divisions, driven by strategic innovations and a favorable market environment. The company's focus on AI and regulatory engagement positions it well for continued success, making it an attractive prospect for shareholders.
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Nasdaq, Inc. is a company. Founded in 1971. As of August 26, 2026, the company's market capitalization is $55187835938 with a current stock price of $98.73.
