October 2025 | Shaping the Next Era of the Global Financial System
Evolution isn’t optional, it’s the foundation of tomorrow’s markets. Whether through technology, trust, or transparency, Nasdaq continued this October to play a role in helping markets adapt to new realities and unlock opportunities for more participants around the world.
From taking the stage at the International Monetary Fund and The World Bank Annual Meetings to pivotal conversations on regulatory harmony and U.S. economic growth, it was a month of momentum for Nasdaq as we continued shaping the next era of the global financial system.
We celebrated record-breaking earnings, welcomed transformative companies to our markets, and advanced thought leadership on technology, compliance, and risk management.
Explore the highlights below and see how Nasdaq is driving progress across markets worldwide.
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Driving Resilient Growth: Nasdaq on the Global Stage
What's Shaping the Next Era of Global Growth? Nasdaq Leaders Discussed at IMF World Bank Week
At the 2025 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund in Washington, D.C., Nasdaq leaders Adena Friedman, Tal Cohen, and John Zecca joined global policymakers and investors to discuss strategies for strengthening the foundations of global growth.
From navigating market uncertainty to expanding financial access and harnessing digital assets and AI, these conversations underscored Nasdaq’s role in helping to shape resilient, inclusive, and modernized markets worldwide.
“We’re seeing more and more people thinking differently in terms of what they can do with their own economies, how they can spur their own growth; how they can collaborate and cooperate across borders in ways that weren’t before...I think, in the end, that will result in a stronger world.”- Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena Friedman
Nasdaq Chair and CEO Highlighted the Need for Regulatory Harmony to Unlock Innovation and Protect Investors at SEC-CFTC Roundtable
Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena Friedman joined a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission roundtable on Regulatory Harmonization focusing on unified, investor-focused approach to market oversight. She urged policymakers for regulatory alignment across asset classes and technologies — reducing friction, promoting innovation, and protecting investors.
From consistent standards for trading platforms to responsible “innovation exemptions,” Friedman emphasized the need for collaboration, clarity, and fairness across U.S. markets.
Nasdaq’s John Zecca Joined CNBC to Discuss the Future of U.S. Economic Growth and Investment
Nasdaq’s Chief Legal, Risk, and Regulatory Officer John Zecca joined CNBC ’s inaugural Invest in America Forum in Washington, D.C. a gathering of investors, policymakers, and industry leaders focused on reigniting domestic investment, rebuilding supply chains, and strengthening strategic sectors across the U.S. economy.
The event, led by CNBC’s Sara Eisen , featured insightful sessions with leaders including U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran .
Their perspectives helped frame a powerful conversation on the future of U.S. economic growth and investment.
Nasdaq remains committed to empowering entrepreneurs and companies with the capital and technology they need to grow.
“Capital markets are the foundation of American innovation, and by working together across public and private sectors, we can expand access and build a more inclusive economy. “ - John Zecca, Nasdaq’s Chief Legal, Risk and Regulatory Officer
Innovation and Impact: Recent Milestones in Nasdaq’s Evolution
Earnings Recap: Nasdaq Reported Record Q3 with Solutions Reaching $1 Billion in Revenue & ARR reaching $3 Billion for the First Time
Nasdaq reported record third-quarter results with net revenue reaching $1.3 billion with Nasdaq Solutions exceeding $1 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time.
This quarter showed how we're delivering advanced solutions that help clients innovate, modernize, and build trust across the global financial system.
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Looking ahead, Nasdaq remains focused on enabling progress across the financial ecosystem, with clients and investors always at the center of everything we do.
“We remain focused on organic investments that will drive long-term revenue growth and shareholder value.”- Nasdaq Chair and CFO, Sarah Youngwood
🔗 Read the complete Nasdaq Third Quarter 2025 earnings release, including all reconciliations of U.S. GAAP to non-GAAP measures.
Nasdaq Named to Interbrand’s Best Global Brands List
Nasdaq was proud to be named to Interbrand’s annual Best Global Brands list among the world’s top influential and trusted companies.
In honor of the 2025 list, Interbrand including CEO Gonzalo Brujo joined Nasdaq at MarketSite to celebrate.
This achievement reflects the strength of Nasdaq as a driver of innovation, growth, and long-term value.
“Whether you're number 1 or 100 you’re a part of a community that is defining what modern value looks like.” - Nasdaq CMO, Brian Buckley
Nasdaq Ranked #5 in the Chartis RiskTech100
Nasdaq proudly ranked #5 in the Chartis Research RiskTech100® 2026 for the second year in a row, reaffirming our position among the world’s top risk technology providers.
We were recognized as an industry leader across four distinct categories, underscoring the breadth and strength of our solutions to deliver transparency, efficiency, and market integrity for our clients.
Our RiskTech100 achievements reflect Nasdaq’s commitment to smarter risk management across the financial ecosystem.
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Nasdaq Convened Changemakers at the Economic Opportunity Summit
Nasdaq hosted the Economic Opportunity Summit, which brought together more than 270 changemakers across industries to explore how purpose-driven leadership can expand access, revitalize communities, and build a more prosperous future for all. From regional revitalization and innovative financial systems to lived experience and strategic investment, each conversation reinforced a central truth: economic opportunity is how we shape what’s next.
Watch the highlights from the event below. ⬇️
Nasdaq Welcomed Navan IPO and Solstice Advanced Materials Spin-Off
Navan is transforming the future of travel and expense management globally. Their recent IPO under the ticker $NAVN aims to help them continue their mission to bring smarter, seamless travel and spend management to teams everywhere.
Don’t miss the highlights from their listing celebration with Nasdaq CEO and Chair Adena Friedman and Navan CEO Ariel Cohen . ⬇️
Solstice Advanced Materials the leading pure-play specialty materials company completed their spin-off from Nasdaq Listed Honeywell and listed on Nasdaq under $SOLS to help unleash their next chapter of growth. Solstice Advanced Materials is transforming critical global sectors, including HVAC/R, semiconductor manufacturing, data center thermal management, nuclear energy, defense and life sciences.
Watch a recap of their listing celebration and learn more about their vision for the future with CEO David Sewell. ⬇️
Nasdaq Brought Together Global Financial Leaders Alongside the Institute of International Finance
Innovation in global finance is revolutionizing market transformations, community building, and economic growth. With advancements ranging from digital assets to AI, the pace of technological change is rapidly increasing.
Nasdaq was honored to host the Institute of International Finance, Tim Adams, President and CEO of IIF and Jessica Renier Managing Director of IIF alongside the global financial leaders who are shaping a more agile, inclusive, and forward-looking financial system.
“Organizations, such as IIF, play a critical role in achieving our shared purpose whether that’s addressing systemic risk or convening leaders to tackle emerging challenges.” - Tal Cohen, President Nasdaq
Hear more from IIF’s Tim Adams and Jessica Renier. ⬇️
Leadership Lessons: The Vision and Voices of Leaders Across the Financial System
Honoring 250 Years of Service: Nasdaq Celebrates the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps
Nasdaq commemorated the 250th anniversary of the US Navy and United States Marine Corps in Philadelphia with nearly one million active, reserve, and civilian personnel.
Philadelphia holds a unique place in American history as the birthplace of both military branches and the nation’s first stock exchange, Nasdaq PHLX, originally founded in 1790. Nasdaq was honored to stand alongside the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps as we celebrate 250 years of their excellence, and our shared commitment to innovation, leadership, and service. 🔗 Read more.
Watch the highlights. ⬇️
Self-Made Billionaire Jenny Just Sat Down with Nasdaq to Share her Words of Wisdom
From options trader to business owner to self-made billionaire, one critical skill has remained constant for Jenny Just, founder of Poker Power: risk taking. In this recent edition of Nasdaq’s Words of Wisdom, Nasdaq sat down with Jenny Just — self-made billionaire, fintech pioneer, and champion of women’s empowerment through strategic thinking and poker as the founder of Poker Power as she shares how she treats risk as a skill to be practiced daily—and why embracing it is critical for becoming a stronger entrepreneur.
Discover how she’s reshaping industries and unlocking opportunity for the next generation of leaders in our full conversation below. ⬇️
IMF on the World Economic Outlook and Global Financial Stability
From macroeconomic stabilization to central bank independence, this year’s World Economic Outlook and Global Financial Stability Report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) titled 'Good Policies (and Good Luck) Helped Emerging Economies Better Resist Shocks' underscores the critical role of sound policy frameworks in building resilient emerging markets.
Andrea Presbitero an Economist at IMF sat down with Nasdaq at the Economic Opportunity Summit and explored how innovative data strategies and disciplined policy design can help economies navigate global volatility and unlock sustainable growth.
Watch below. ⬇️
Technology and Transformation Updates from Nasdaq
Learn How Nasdaq Indexes are More than Just Benchmarks, They are the Blueprint of What’s Next
From AI breakthroughs to semiconductor innovation, Nasdaq’s indexes are giving global investors exposure to the tech-driven economy that is reshaping global markets. Nasdaq’s new dynamic digital experience and an in-depth video series titled Blueprint of Tomorrow discusses how Nasdaq indexes are empowering investors to participate in the future of technological innovation.
Watch a recent episode now. ⬇️
Nasdaq and The ValueExchange Uncover How Regional Standardization Can Unlock Growth
Nasdaq Financial Technology, in partnership with The ValueExchange, surveyed 380 global market participants to uncover the growth ambitions, operational pain points, and investment blockers across six key APAC markets: Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand.
The findings reveal that institutional investors are ready to scale—but legacy systems, fragmented processes, and post-trade frictions are holding them back.
From automation and regional standardization to AI-enabled workflows and infrastructure, the report outlines where market operators and participants can invest to unlock efficiency and growth.
🔗 Download the full report and explore how Nasdaq is driving transformation through modernization across APAC.
Nasdaq Survey Highlights How Compliance teams are Investing in AI, Automation, and Data-driven Transformation
The newly released 2025 Nasdaq Global Compliance Survey—now in its 10th year—captures how compliance teams across the capital markets ecosystem are navigating transformation and the AI revolution.
Some key takeaways:
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