Nasdaq Profit Climbs on Increased Trading Activity

The exchange operator reported a first-quarter profit of 519 million dollars fueled by high trading volumes. Market volatility drove record equity options activity.

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NASDAQ INC reported a significant increase in its first-quarter profit on Thursday, driven by a surge in trading volumes as investors navigated a volatile macroeconomic landscape. The exchange operator, headquartered in the United States, saw its net income rise to $519 million, or 91 cents per share, for the period ending March 31. This marks a substantial jump from the $395 million, or 68 cents per share, recorded during the same timeframe the previous year.

The Nasdaq logo is displayed at the Nasdaq Market, in New York City, New York, U.S., April 22, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon
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