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Founded in 1971, Nasdaq is primarily known for its equity exchange, but in addition to its trading business (about 22.5% of sales), the company sells market and financial data to investors, offers Nasdaq-branded indexes, and lists companies through its capital access segment (42.5%). Nasdaq's newest segment, financial technology, was primarily constructed through the acquisitions of Verafin and Adenza and has expanded the company into capital management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance software (35%) as it seeks to become a diversified technology company.

Throughout the last three months, 14 analysts have evaluated Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $98.93, a high estimate of $115.00, and a low estimate of $75.00. Observing a 11.79% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $88.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753477240_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Nasdaq. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Budish</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$109.00</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ashish Sabadra</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kyle Voigt</td>
<td>Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$104.00</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Kramm</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Bedell</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owen Lau</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Repetto</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Cyprys</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alex Kramm</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Budish</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$101.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick O'Shaughnessy</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Alexander Blostein</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$97.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Owen Lau</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$96.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Cyprys</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Nasdaq. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Nasdaq compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Nasdaq's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Nasdaq's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Nasdaq</h2>
Founded in 1971, Nasdaq is primarily known for its equity exchange, but in addition to its trading business (about 22.5% of sales), the company sells market and financial data to investors, offers Nasdaq-branded indexes, and lists companies through its capital access segment (42.5%). Nasdaq's newest segment, financial technology, was primarily constructed through the acquisitions of Verafin and Adenza and has expanded the company into capital management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance software (35%) as the firm seeks to become a diversified technology company.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Nasdaq</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Nasdaq showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 24.85% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Nasdaq's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 18.9%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Nasdaq's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.47% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Nasdaq's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.29%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.84.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Analyst Ratings

NDAQ

Where Nasdaq Stands With Analysts

Barclays analyst Benjamin Budish maintains Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $101 to $109.

News

Price Target

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Nasdaq, Raises Price Target to $109

RBC Capital analyst Ashish Sabadra maintains Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $95 to $108.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Nasdaq, Raises Price Target to $108

Keefe, Bruyette &amp; Woods analyst Kyle Voigt maintains Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $103 to $104.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Maintains Outperform on Nasdaq, Raises Price Target to $104

UBS analyst Alex Kramm upgrades Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) from Neutral to Buy and raises the price target from $95 to $115.

Upgrades

UBS Upgrades Nasdaq to Buy, Raises Price Target to $115

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Deutsche Bank raised Nasdaq, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) price target from $97 to $105. Deutsche Bank analyst Brian Bedell maintained a Buy rating. Nasdaq shares closed at $93.50 on Thursday. See how other <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NDAQ/analyst-ratings">analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc increased the price target for United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/URI#NYSE">URI</a>) from $865 to $960. Keybanc analyst Ken Newman maintained an Overweight rating. United Rentals shares closed at $875.25 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/URI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>JP Morgan slashed Teck Resources Limited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TECK#NYSE">TECK</a>) price target from $46 to $41. JP Morgan analyst Bill Peterson downgraded the stock from Overweight to Neutral. Teck Resources shares closed at $35.12 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TECK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Jefferies boosted the price target for Union Pacific Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNP#NYSE">UNP</a>) from $250 to $285. Jefferies analyst Stephanie Moore upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy. Union Pacific shares closed at $220.52 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/UN[/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Sidoti &amp; Co. increased the price target for Plexus Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLXS#NASDAQ">PLXS</a>) from $135 to $150. Sidoti &amp; Co. analyst Anja Soderstrom upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy. Plexus shares closed at $118.29 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLXS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Baird raised Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNX#NYSE">KNX</a>) price target from $55 to $60. Baird analyst Daniel Moore maintained an Outperform rating. Knight-Swift Transportation shares settled at $45.55 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KNX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Rosenblatt increased Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNPS#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>) price target from $625 to $650. Rosenblatt analyst Blair Abernethy maintained a Buy rating. Synopsys shares closed at $609.68 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SNPS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Stifel cut Henry Schein, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSIC#NASDAQ">HSIC</a>) price target from $80 to $75. Stifel analyst Jonathan Block downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold. Henry Schein shares closed at $72.62 on Thursday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HSIC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Rosenblatt raised the price target for IMAX Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IMAX#NYSE">IMAX</a>) from $35 to $37. Rosenblatt analyst Steve Frankel maintained a Buy rating. IMAX shares settled at $28.29 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IMAX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley increased Labcorp Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LH#NYSE">LH</a>) price target from $283 to $306. Morgan Stanley analyst Ricky Goldwasser maintained an Overweight rating. Labcorp shares closed at $267.69 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/lh/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
</ul>
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Nasdaq To Rally More Than 12%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Friday

Deutsche Bank analyst Brian Bedell maintains Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $97 to $105.

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on Nasdaq, Raises Price Target to $105

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with NDAQ, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 11 options trades for Nasdaq.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 45% bullish and 18%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $33,010, and 10, calls, for a total amount of $608,200.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $50.0 to $105.0 for Nasdaq during the past quarter. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Nasdaq's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Nasdaq's whale trades within a strike price range from $50.0 to $105.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Nasdaq Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753387258_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NDAQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$5.3</td>
<td>$5.5</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$109.5K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td align="right">303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NDAQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$45.7</td>
<td>$41.6</td>
<td>$43.44</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$108.6K</td>
<td>25</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NDAQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$94.5K</td>
<td>242</td>
<td align="right">150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NDAQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$6.2</td>
<td>$5.8</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$60.0K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td align="right">418</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NDAQ</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$14.2</td>
<td>$14.0</td>
<td>$14.1</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$56.4K</td>
<td>19</td>
<td align="right">69</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Nasdaq</h3>
Founded in 1971, Nasdaq is primarily known for its equity exchange, but in addition to its trading business (about 22.5% of sales), the company sells market and financial data to investors, offers Nasdaq-branded indexes, and lists companies through its capital access segment (42.5%). Nasdaq's newest segment, financial technology, was primarily constructed through the acquisitions of Verafin and Adenza and has expanded the company into capital management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance software (35%) as the firm seeks to become a diversified technology company.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Nasdaq, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Current Position of Nasdaq</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 6,255,527, the NDAQ's price is up by 6.26%, now at $93.8. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 0 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Nasdaq</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $95.0.
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&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Overweight rating for Nasdaq, targeting a price of $101. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Goldman Sachs has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Nasdaq, which currently sits at a price target of $97. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Raymond James has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Nasdaq, which currently sits at a price target of $96. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Equal-Weight rating on Nasdaq, maintaining a target price of $86. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Neutral rating on Nasdaq, maintaining a target price of $95. 
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Smart Money Is Betting Big In NDAQ Options

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Shares of RPM International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPM#NYSE">RPM</a>) rose sharply on Thursday following better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RPM/earnings">quarterly EPS and sales.</a>
RPM International reported quarterly earnings of $1.72 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.59 per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.08 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.02 billion.
RPM International shares jumped 10.2% to $124.46 on Thursday.
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Earnings Scheduled For July 24, 2025

Nasdaq (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-07-24. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Nasdaq to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.81.
Anticipation surrounds Nasdaq's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.02, leading to a 0.83% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Nasdaq's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>0.75</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>0.64</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.79</td>
<td>0.76</td>
<td>0.74</td>
<td>0.69</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1753279317_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of Nasdaq Shares</h3>
Shares of Nasdaq were trading at $88.93 as of July 22. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 31.27%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Nasdaq</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Nasdaq.
The consensus rating for Nasdaq is Outperform, based on 12 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $91.5, there's a potential 2.89% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Peers</h3>
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Tradeweb Markets, FactSet Research Systems and Morningstar, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Tradeweb Markets, with an average 1-year price target of $146.75, suggesting a potential 65.02% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for FactSet Research Systems, with an average 1-year price target of $450.67, suggesting a potential 406.77% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Morningstar, with an average 1-year price target of $355.0, suggesting a potential 299.19% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peers Comparative Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for Tradeweb Markets, FactSet Research Systems and Morningstar, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>24.85%</td>
<td>$816M</td>
<td>3.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tradeweb Markets</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>24.70%</td>
<td>$332.80M</td>
<td>2.53%</td>
</tr>
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<td>FactSet Research Systems</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>5.94%</td>
<td>$304.79M</td>
<td>7.05%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Morningstar</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>7.20%</td>
<td>$350.50M</td>
<td>4.86%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Nasdaq ranks at the top for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. However, it ranks at the bottom for Return on Equity. Overall, Nasdaq's performance is strong in terms of revenue and profit growth, but lags behind in generating returns for shareholders.
<h3>Delving into Nasdaq's Background</h3>
Founded in 1971, Nasdaq is primarily known for its equity exchange, but in addition to its trading business (about 22.5% of sales), the company sells market and financial data to investors, offers Nasdaq-branded indexes, and lists companies through its capital access segment (42.5%). Nasdaq's newest segment, financial technology, was primarily constructed through the acquisitions of Verafin and Adenza and has expanded the company into capital management, financial crime, and regulatory compliance software (35%) as the firm seeks to become a diversified technology company.
<h3>Nasdaq's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Nasdaq displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 24.85%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: Nasdaq's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 18.9%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Nasdaq's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 3.47%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.29%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.84.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NDAQ/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Nasdaq visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Today, Nasdaq issued the following statement on the preliminary proxy filed by Invesco QQQ Trust and the proposals contained within it.
Nasdaq is aware of the preliminary proxy that was filed by Invesco QQQ Trust and the proposals contained within it. Invesco and Nasdaq were engaged in dialogue as Invesco explored bringing these proposals to shareholders.
The proposed change to the Trust structure does not alter the terms of Nasdaq's licensing arrangements with Invesco nor the administration of the Nasdaq-100&#xAE; Index. If the proposals are approved, Invesco will pay the associated license fee out of its unitary management fee, as compared to the current state where the license fee is paid by QQQ directly.
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The Nasdaq Stock Market&#xAE; (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDAQ#NASDAQ">NDAQ</a>) announced that trading was halted on July 15, 2025 in Bowen Acquisition Corp. at 17:45:19 Eastern Time for additional information requested from the company. The last sale price of the company's securities was: &nbsp;
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<li>Ordinary shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOWN#NASDAQ">BOWN</a>) $9.19</li>
<li>Rights (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOWNR#NASDAQ">BOWNR</a>) $0.2252</li>
<li>Units (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOWNU#NASDAQ">BOWNU</a>) $13.02 &nbsp;</li>
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