Definition

Proper noun A computerized data system that provides brokers with price quotations for securities traded over the counter (OTC). It is the world's first electronic stock market and is known for listing many technology and growth companies.

Usage

This term functions as a proper noun, referring specifically to the name of the electronic stock market system and exchange. It is almost always used in its full, formal name for official or technical contexts, or in its widely recognized acronym, NASDAQ.

Examples

• The company's stock is listed on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations.
• NASDAQ composite index fell sharply during the tech sell-off.
• Real-time price data is disseminated through the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations system.

Advanced Usage

• "to be listed on the NASDAQ": This is a common phrase meaning a company's shares are traded on this specific electronic exchange.
  • The startup's goal is to be listed on the NASDAQ within five years.
• "NASDAQ-listed": Used as an adjective to describe companies traded on this exchange.
  • She invests primarily in NASDAQ-listed technology stocks.

Variants and Related Words

• NASDAQ (n): The universal acronym and common name for the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations. This is the standard term used in financial news and everyday conversation.
  • NASDAQ reached a new all-time high today.
• Over-the-counter (OTC) (adj): Referring to securities traded directly between parties, not on a formal exchange like NASDAQ. NASDAQ originally automated the quoting of OTC stocks.
• Electronic exchange (n): A type of securities exchange that uses electronic networks to facilitate trading, of which NASDAQ is a prime example.

Synonyms

• Electronic stock market
• Screen-based market (historical/technical term)

Related Terms and Concepts

• NASDAQ Composite Index: A stock market index that includes almost all stocks listed on the NASDAQ stock market.
• Market maker: A firm or individual that stands ready to buy and sell securities on NASDAQ, providing liquidity.
• Dealer market: A market structure where dealers (market makers) post the prices at which they will buy or sell a security, which is the model used by NASDAQ, as opposed to an auction market.

Noun

1. a computerized data system to provide brokers with price quotations for securities traded over the counter