With a market cap of $49.8 billion, Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) serves the capital markets and other industries in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three main segments: Capital Access Platforms, Financial Technology, and Market Services, offering solutions such as market data distribution, trading platforms, and regulatory technology.
Companies valued at $10 billion or more are generally considered “large-cap” stocks, and the Nasdaq fits that criteria perfectly. It also operates multiple exchanges and offers trading, clearing, and financial monitoring solutions across various asset classes.
Shares of the New York-based company are down 16.2% from their 52-week high of $101.79. Over the past three months, NDAQ stock has fallen 7.6%, while the broader Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) has fallen 2.7% over the same period.
Nasdaq shares are down 10.7% on a YTD basis, trailing the DOWI’s 1.4% decline. However, over the past 52 weeks, NDAQ stock has risen 19.9%, outpacing the DOWI’s return of 14.4% over the same period.
The stock has been trading below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages since February.
Nasdaq reported strong financial results for 2025 on January 29, including record net income of $5.2 billion (up 13%) and settlement income of $4 billion (up 12%), marking the first time the company has surpassed both milestones. The company also reported fourth-quarter net income of $1.4 billion (up 13%), financial technology revenue of $498 million (up 14%), and index revenue of 23% to $232 million. However, the stock fell slightly that day.
By comparison, competitor MSCI Inc. ( MSCI ) is ahead of NDAQ stocks on a YTD basis, with MSCI stocks down 4%. However, the MSCI stock has gained 1.6% over the past 52 weeks, lagging the NDAQ stock.
Due to NDAQ stock’s excellent performance over the past year, analysts are bullish on its prospects. The stock has a consensus “Strong Buy” rating from 18 analysts, and an average price target of $112.06 suggests a 30.6% premium to current levels.
As of the date of publication, Sohni Mondal had no position (either directly or indirectly) in any of the matters mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article are for informational purposes only. This article was originally published on Barchart.com
