Scaling American Prosperity Through the Capital Markets


    Nasdaq is a beacon of capital creation that improves our shared future. Through the power of capital markets, Nasdaq enables businesses of all sizes to access the resources they need to grow, innovate, and create jobs. By connecting entrepreneurs and investors, we fuel the engines of American ingenuity and help turn bold ideas into reality.

     

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    Largest U.S companies are listed on Nasdaq

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    Companies listed on Nasdaq

    $294B

    Spent annually on R&D from magnificent 7 companies

    Building the Innovation Economy

    Nasdaq is home to the companies building the systems that power tomorrow’s economy—connecting them to the capital, markets, and systems that turn ambition into reality. 

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    Advancing the Space Economy

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    Driving the Future Beyond Earth's Orbit

    Together with NASA and the private sector, we are creating markets that travel beyond Earth's orbit.

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    Bold Beginnings. Boundless Frontiers.

    As America marks 250 years of bold ambition, Nasdaq is powering the next chapter of technological innovation—deep space exploration.

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    Where Capital Fuels Space Exploration

    Through the capital markets, Nasdaq connects the innovators, engineers, and entrepreneurs building the space economy—from satellite infrastructure to commercial launch vehicles.

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    Explore Frontiers of the Future

    From the ocean depths to the outer space, explore stories of technology and human ingenuity in our Frontiers of the Future campaign. 

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    Expanding Economic Opportunity at Home

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    Nasdaq Launches Texas-Based Exchange Designed to Leverage the State’s Business-Friendly Environment

     

    From the expansive oil fields to the booming tech corridors, Texas is where innovation and perseverance meet, providing a vibrant home for companies to grow and thrive. Nasdaq Texas is a dual listing venue that serves Texas innovators and businesses driving economic opportunities and shaping the next frontier.

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    Nasdaq to Match Contribution to Trump Accounts for U.S. Employees’ Children

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    Nasdaq's Purpose

     

     

    Our core efforts help create opportunities for the next generation of investors, support paths to entrepreneurship for people of all backgrounds, and foster community-level engagement for our employees.

     

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    Economic opportunity means ensuring everyone has equitable access to the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to create lasting prosperity and build generational wealth.

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