Nasdaq is a global electronic marketplace for buying and selling securities. It's known for being the world's first electronic stock exchange, and it's home to many technology and growth companies, including giants like Apple, Microsoft, [[Nvidia]] and Google. Headquartered in New York City, Nasdaq operates in the [[United States of America (USA)]] and [[European Union (EU)]], providing a transparent and efficient platform for investors to trade stocks and other securities. It's often seen as a key indicator of the technology sector's performance. See also [[Nasdaq Composite]]