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Nasdaq overview

Nasdaq, Inc. operates as a technology company that serves capital markets and other industries in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: Capital Access Platforms, Financial Technology, and Market Services. The company distributes historical and real-time market data; develops and licenses Nasdaq-branded indices and financial products; provides investor relations intelligence, governance solutions, and sustainability solution products for public and private companies, and organizations, as well as insights and workflow solutions; and operates listing platforms. It also offers Verafin, a cloud-based platform to detect, investigate, and report money laundering and financial frauds; AxiomSL, a risk data management and regulatory reporting solution; cloud-enabled and on-premises surveillance solutions to assist in complying with market rules, regulations, and internal market surveillance policies; Calypso, a platform providing cross-asset, front-to-back trading, treasury, risk, and collateral management solutions; and trade management and colocation services, as well as handles assets comprising cash equities, equity derivatives, currencies, various interest-bearing securities, commodities, energy products, and digital currencies. In addition, the company provides equity derivative trading and clearing, cash equity trading and fixed income, currency and commodities trading, and fixed income trading and clearing services, as well as tape plan data services; operates various exchanges, including derivatives, commodities, cash equity, debt, structured products, and exchange traded products; and offers clearing, settlement, and central depository services. The company was formerly known as The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. and changed its name to Nasdaq, Inc. in September 2015. Nasdaq, Inc. was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Is it a good time to buy Nasdaq stock?

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Nasdaq share price volatility

Over the last 12 months, Nasdaq's shares have ranged in value from as little as US$76.8467 up to US$101.4686. A popular way to gauge a stock's volatility is its "beta".

Beta measures a share's volatility in relation to the market. The market ( average) beta is 1, while Nasdaq's is 0.99. This would suggest that Nasdaq's shares are less volatile than average (for this exchange).

Nasdaq financials

TTM: trailing 12 months

Nasdaq share dividends

Dividend payout ratio: 29.59% of net profits

Recently Nasdaq has paid out, on average, around 29.59% of net profits as dividends. That has enabled analysts to estimate a "forward annual dividend yield" of 1.26% of the current stock value. This means that over a year, based on recent payouts (which are sadly no guarantee of future payouts), Nasdaq shareholders could enjoy a 1.26% return on their shares, in the form of dividend payments. In Nasdaq's case, that would currently equate to about 1.08 per share.

While Nasdaq's payout ratio might seem fairly standard, it's worth remembering that Nasdaq may be investing much of the rest of its net profits in future growth.

Nasdaq's next dividend payout is expected around 25 June 2026. To benefit from it's next dividend payout, you'll need to buy Nasdaq shares before 11 June 2026 (the "ex-dividend date").

Have Nasdaq's shares ever split?

Nasdaq's shares were split on a 3:1 basis on 28 August 2022. So if you had owned 1 share the day before the split, the next day you would own 3 shares. This wouldn't directly have changed the overall worth of your Nasdaq shares - just the quantity. However, indirectly, the new 66.7% lower share price could have impacted the market appetite for Nasdaq shares which in turn could have impacted Nasdaq's share price.

Frequently asked questions

• Can I buy Nasdaq stocks directly from Australia?

  Yes. You can buy Nasdaq-listed shares from Australia using an international share trading platform that provides access to US markets. You’ll need to set up an account, verify your ID, transfer funds in AUD (which are typically converted to USD) and then you can start trading on the Nasdaq.

• What is the minimum investment to buy Nasdaq shares?

  Most brokers don’t have a fixed minimum, but you’ll usually need enough to cover the price of at least one fractional or whole share plus any brokerage fees. Some platforms allow fractional investing, meaning you can start with as little as $1.

• Do I need to pay tax on my Nasdaq investments in Australia?

  Yes. Australian tax residents must declare any capital gains, dividends or foreign income earned from Nasdaq investments. You’ll also need to report currency gains or losses. It’s a good idea to keep detailed trading records and speak to a tax adviser for specific guidance. How are dividends from US shares paid to Australian investors?

• What are the trading hours for the Nasdaq from Australia?

  The Nasdaq trading session runs from 9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time (ET) in the US. In Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), that’s from 11:30pm to 6:00am, or 12:30am to 7:00am during daylight savings. Some brokers also offer pre-market and after-hours trading.

• Can I buy Nasdaq ETFs instead of individual stocks?

  Yes. You can invest in Nasdaq exposure through exchange traded funds (ETFs) that track indexes such as the Nasdaq-100. These ETFs trade on US or Australian exchanges and are a convenient way to gain diversified exposure without having to pick individual stocks.

• How do currency exchange rates affect my Nasdaq investments?

  When you invest in US shares, your returns are influenced by both share performance and the AUD/USD exchange rate. If the Australian dollar weakens against the US dollar, your investment value (in AUD) increases and vice versa. Some brokers offer multi-currency accounts to help manage currency exposure.

• Can I trade Nasdaq shares through my super fund?

  Yes. Many self-managed super funds (SMSFs) can invest in international shares, including Nasdaq-listed companies, provided your fund’s investment strategy allows it. You’ll need to use a broker that supports SMSF accounts and international trading.

• Are there any risks in buying Nasdaq shares from Australia?

  Yes. In addition to normal investment risks, you’ll face currency risk, potential tax implications, market volatility and brokerage costs. It’s important to research each company, understand foreign market conditions and ensure your investment aligns with your goals and risk tolerance.

• Do I need USD to buy Nasdaq shares?

  No. You can fund your trading account in AUD with most Australian brokers. The platform will usually convert your funds into USD when you place an order. Be aware that foreign exchange (FX) fees may apply to each conversion.

• What percentage of Nasdaq is owned by insiders or institutions?

  Currently 10.899% of Nasdaq shares are held by insiders and 87.656% by institutions.

• When does the fiscal year end for Nasdaq?

  Nasdaq's fiscal year ends in December.

• Where is Nasdaq based?

  Nasdaq's address is: 151 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, United States, 10036

• What is Nasdaq's ISIN number?

  Nasdaq's international securities identification number is: US6311031081

• What is Nasdaq's CUSIP number?

  Nasdaq's Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures number is: 631103108