Nasdaq: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

Nasdaq Inc. reported Q3 earnings of $1.04 per share, beating estimates, with revenue up 12.6% YoY to $1.481B. Index revenue surged 39% to $286M, driven by record net inflows. CEO Adena Friedman highlighted growth across all divisions and the shift toward an AI-driven market. The company increased operating expenses by 9% due to tech investments and returned $496M to shareholders.

Nasdaq Inc. shares rose to $103.30, surpassing $100 for the first time in a year, after reporting stronger-than-expected Q3 earnings. The stock had previously faced resistance at this level. The move suggests upward revisions in market expectations, though the sustainability of the business shift remains uncertain.

Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) rose 4.7% in after-hours trading after reporting better-than-expected Q3 earnings. The company operates exchanges and technology platforms, and the earnings beat is notable due to its typically low-volatility stock. Investors will watch for sustained revenue growth in its segments.

Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) reported Q3 2026 earnings with a 19% EPS jump and record ARR growth. Market Services revenue grew 2% YoY, while operating expenses rose 12% due to higher costs. CEO Adena Friedman highlighted AI-driven growth, particularly in FinTech and anti-financial-crime services. The company expressed concerns about the SEC's tokenized equities exemption, citing transparency issues.

Nasdaq (NDAQ) reported Q3 2026 net revenue of $1.5B, up 14% YoY, with solutions revenue at $1.2B, up 18%. ARR grew 14% to $3.4B. Capital Access Platforms saw 20% revenue growth, while Financial Technology grew 16%. Market Services revenue rose 2%. CEO Adena Friedman highlighted strong listings and data business performance, including 15 new IPOs raising $32B. The company expects continued growth in AI and market infrastructure trends.

Nasdaq, Inc. reported 3Q 2026 revenue of $2.39B, up 20.9% YoY. Net income rose 27.8% to $540M, and EPS increased 31.3% to $0.96. Key growth areas included Capital Access Platforms and Financial Technology. Nasdaq also saw record index-tracking ETP assets and strong market services performance.