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What Is the Nasdaq?
The Nasdaq is both a stock exchange and a name commonly associated with major technology-heavy market indexes such as the Nasdaq Composite and Nasdaq-100.
Key points
- Nasdaq is an exchange and an index family.
- Technology companies have a large presence.
- The Nasdaq-100 excludes most financial companies.
- It can behave differently from broader indexes such as the S&P 500.
Why it matters: Understanding this term can help beginners interpret market news and financial commentary more clearly.