Nasdaq Slump Sees $280M Volume Ranking 386th Amid Market Shifts

Nasdaq (NDAQ) fell 0.75% on August 15, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.28 billion, ranking 386th among stocks. Recent developments include delistings of securities from its market, including Secoo Holding Limited and PaxMedica, Inc., reflecting ongoing regulatory actions. The company also reported second-quarter 2025 results, showing net revenue of $1.3 billion, a 13% year-over-year increase, driven by double-digit growth across all divisions. Nasdaq’s board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share, payable on September 26 to shareholders of record by September 12.

The firm extended its exclusive Nasdaq-100 futures license with CME Group through 2039, reinforcing long-term partnerships. Thomson Reuters Corp joined the Nasdaq-100 Index, replacing ANSS. Nasdaq Verafin launched an AI-driven AML compliance tool, highlighting technological advancements in financial services. Short interest in Nasdaq-listed securities decreased in July, with 13.7 billion shares reported, down from 14.1 billion in June, indicating reduced bearish positioning.

Strategic moves included a ten-year license extension for Nasdaq-100 derivatives and a corporate update from Namib Minerals post-listing. Nasdaq’s Q2 earnings exceeded expectations, with 24% EPS growth and 13% revenue increase, revising full-year expense forecasts. Despite market volatility, the company maintained a strong cash flow position, supporting its dividend and operational investments.

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