Stock Exchange
National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations NASDAQ
NASDAQ is the second-largest stock exchange in the world by market capitalization, known for its high concentration of technology and growth companies.
Key Facts
- • Founded in 1971 as the world's first electronic stock market
- • Home to major tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet
- • NASDAQ Composite Index tracks all stocks listed on the exchange, heavily weighted toward tech
- • Operates 24/7 for pre-market and post-market trading sessions
Related Trading Concepts
Market Cap
Market Capitalization: the total value of a company's outstanding shares, calculated as stock price multiplied by number of shares outstanding. It classifies companies into small-cap, mid-cap, and large-cap categories.
P/E Ratio
Price-to-Earnings Ratio: a number that shows how much investors are willing to pay per dollar of a company's earnings. It helps you compare whether a stock is expensive or cheap relative to its profits.