NASDAQ is a global electronic marketplace for buying and selling securities, including stocks, bonds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). It is a stock exchange that was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in New York City.
NASDAQ is known for being a technology-focused exchange and is home to many well-known technology companies, such as Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook. However, it also lists companies in other industries, such as finance, healthcare, and energy.