Nasdaq Reports Strong Q3 Growth in Capital Access Platforms
Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $1.5 billion, up 14% year-on-year, with its Capital Access Platforms and FinTech segments driving a 19% rise in diluted EPS—indicating sustained demand for IPO and public company services.
51CFO view：Nasdaq’s strong results signal renewed IPO market vitality. Chinese companies planning U.S. listings must engage a CFO early who understands Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Rules and can proactively address Chapter 5 requirements—preventing listing application rejection due to equity structure or internal control gaps.
Nasdaq (NASDAQ: NDAQ) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $1.5 billion, up 14% year-on-year, with its Capital Access Platforms and FinTech segments driving a 19% rise in diluted EPS—indicating sustained demand for IPO and public company services.
Source：Nasdaq IPO
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