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Nasdaq Maintains Over a Decade of Listings Leadership in 2025

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NDAQ Nasdaq is experiencing a strong year for capital raises and new listings, attracting significant companies and demonstrating leadership in the market. This indicates positive momentum and future growth potential.

Largest Exchange Transfer in History & Biggest IPO of the Year

Highest Capital Raised Since 2021 - $46.65 Billion Raised

NEW YORK, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) announced today that in 2025 it raised a total of $46.65 billion from new listings, marking the strongest year for capital raise since 2021. In addition, 22 companies transferred their corporate listings to Nasdaq in 2025 including Walmart, the largest exchange transfer in history. Since 2005, companies transferring their listing to Nasdaq have represented more than $4 trillion in total market value.

“2025 marked a meaningful resurgence for the public markets. Companies at every stage continue to choose Nasdaq because of our unmatched global visibility and our long-term commitment to innovation, transparency and growth,” said Jeff Thomas, Executive Vice President, Global Head of Listings at Nasdaq. “Public markets remain the cornerstone of the American economy, and we are focused on helping companies navigate an evolving landscape. We look forward to building on this momentum and driving continued growth in 2026.”

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://vimeo.com/nasdaq/2025listings

2025 NASDAQ LISTINGS HIGHLIGHTS

About Nasdaq:

Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) is a leading global technology company serving corporate clients, investment managers, banks, brokers, and exchange operators as they navigate and interact with the global capital markets and the broader financial system. We aspire to deliver world-leading platforms that improve the liquidity, transparency, and integrity of the global economy. Our diverse offering of data, analytics, software, exchange capabilities, and client-centric services enables clients to optimize and execute their business vision with confidence. To learn more about the company, technology solutions, and career opportunities, visit us on LinkedIn, on X @Nasdaq, or at www.nasdaq.com

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