Regulatory Changes in US Options Exchanges - Major US equity options exchanges, led by Cboe Global Markets (CBOE) and Nasdaq (NDAQ), are shifting to a new billing methodology based on prior-month trading activity instead of real-time volume [2][3] - This change, effective from early February 2026, aims to comply with SEC Regulation NMS Rule 610(d) and improve transparency while preventing exchanges from collecting fees for trades executed on competing platforms [3] Geopolitical Developments in Latin America - Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered a temporary halt to oil shipments to Cuba to avoid potential tariffs from the Trump administration, causing internal conflict within Mexico's ruling Morena party [4][5] - This decision is significant as Mexico has recently become Cuba's primary oil supplier, surpassing Venezuela [5] Lebanon's Financial Stabilization Efforts - Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is advocating for the approval of the Financial Stabilization and Depositor Recovery (FSDR) law, which aims to address a funding gap exceeding $70 billion [6][7] - The proposed law includes provisions to repay small depositors up to $100,000 over four years, while larger deposits would be converted into tradable, asset-backed securities with maturities of up to 20 years [7] Infrastructure Development in Israel - The Israeli Cabinet has approved the construction of a new international airport, Tekuma Airport, near the Gaza periphery, with an estimated cost of NIS 7 billion [8] - This project is expected to create thousands of jobs and is seen as a strategic necessity to alleviate congestion at Ben Gurion Airport [8][9] Weather-Driven Economic Trends in the US - A severe winter in the Northeast has led to increased consumer spending on luxury winter apparel and spa services, benefiting retailers like Canada Goose (GOOS) and Columbia Sportswear (COLM) [11] - In contrast, California is facing a massive winter storm that could bring up to 8 feet of snow, prompting utilities like PG&E (PCG) to prepare for potential power outages and travel disruptions [12]

Photographer: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg US equity options exchanges are seeking to change the way that regulatory fees are charged, moving away from a decades-old practice that allows them to pick up fees for business transacted on rival bourses. The Options Regulatory Fee, or ORF, is a catch-all term for the collective fee that exchanges charge customers for buying and selling options through them. The money collected by the Options Clearing Corp., the central clearinghouse for US stock options, goes towa ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISS ION Washington, D.C. 20549 _______________________________ FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from ________ to ________ Commission file number: 001-38855 ___________________________________ Nasdaq, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specifie ...

You can find original article here WealthManagement. Subscribe to our free daily WealthManagement newsletters. Nasdaq has launched Nasdaq Private Capital Indexes to benchmark the performance of private market funds.  The firm joins several other market trackers aiming to provide greater transparency to historically opaque private markets by attempting to benchmark private-market investments. Such indexes could also potentially be used as references for ETFs.  Nasdaq Private Capital Indexes tr ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the end of the settlement date of January 30, 2026, short interest in 3,547 Nasdaq Global MarketSM securities totaled 15,574,683,465 shares compared with 15,349,969,813 shares in 3,515 Global Market issues reported for the prior settlement date of January 15, 2026. The January short interest represents 2.58 days compared with 2.88 days for the prior reporting period. Short interest in 1,666 securities on The Nasdaq Capital MarketSM totaled 3,614,991,067 shares ...

Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) reported strong free cash flow and FCF margins for Q4, but NDAQ stock has dropped 14% since then. One attractive play today is shorting out-of-the-money put options with a one-month expiry. NDAQ is at $84.17, down from a recent peak of $100.98 on Jan. 16 and $98.09 on Jan. 29, just before its Jan. 30 release of Q4 and 2025 results. More News from Barchart NDAQ stock - last 3 months - Barchart - as of Feb. 10, 2026 Strong Free Cash Flow (FCF) and Forecasts These results showed that r ...

Nasdaq, Inc. (NASDAQ:NDAQ) stock is trading lower on Tuesday. The company launched the Nasdaq Private Capital Indexes to enhance its private capital solutions platform. This move comes as broader markets are experiencing mixed performance, with major indices showing slight gains.Potential Impact of Nasdaq’s Indexes on Private MarketsThe Nasdaq Private Capital Indexes are designed to provide transparency and robust data for institutional investors navigating private markets. This new suite of benchmarks is c ...

By enhancing Nasdaq Private Capital Solutions, the platform reinforces its capacity to deliver high‑quality benchmarking, robust data, and advanced analytics for today’s increasingly complex private markets. The new benchmark suite extends this capability with broader market representation and workflow‑ready insights across private capital strategies. NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced the launch of the Nasdaq Private Capital™ Indexes, a new suite of benchmarks ...

Key TakeawaysGlobal equity markets displayed a mixed performance over the weekend, with European and U.S. indices largely flat or slightly positive, while some Asian markets saw minor declines.Precious metals experienced a notable surge, as Silver climbed by 0.65% to 7842 and Gold advanced by 0.29% to 4979.Crude oil prices faced downward pressure, with US Oil (CL=F) recording a significant drop of 1.21%, settling at 6262.The Euro (EURUSD) showed slight appreciation against the U.S. Dollar, gaining 0.09% to ...

Core Insights - The Zacks Securities and Exchanges industry is benefiting from a diversified product portfolio, increased trading volumes, and the adoption of crypto assets, which is expected to drive revenues for key players like S&P Global, Intercontinental Exchange, CME Group, Nasdaq, and Cboe Global Markets [1][4][5] - The industry is experiencing a shift towards non-trading revenue sources, including market technology and data services, which enhances business dynamism and stability [1][6] - Mergers and acquisitions are becoming more prevalent as companies seek to innovate and adapt to changing market conditions [3][7] Industry Overview - The Zacks Securities and Exchanges industry includes companies that operate electronic marketplaces for trading various financial instruments, generating revenue from fees and data services [4] - The industry is witnessing a growing adoption of crypto assets, although regulatory compliance remains a challenge [4] Trends Impacting the Industry - Volatility in financial markets is driving trading volumes, which in turn boosts transaction and clearing fees, a primary revenue driver [5] - Companies are diversifying into recurring revenue sources to reduce reliance on trading income, focusing on data services and technology platforms [6] - Continuous investment in technology, including AI and blockchain, is enhancing operational efficiency and competitiveness [8] Performance Metrics - The Zacks Securities and Exchanges industry has underperformed compared to the broader Zacks Finance sector and the S&P 500, with a year-to-date gain of 0.6% versus 13% and 17% respectively [13] - The industry is currently trading at a trailing P/E ratio of 23.31, higher than the S&P 500's 22.6 and the sector's 17.5 [16] Earnings Outlook - The Zacks Industry Rank for the Securities and Exchanges industry is 48, placing it in the top 20% of 243 Zacks industries, indicating positive near-term prospects [9][10] - Aggregate earnings estimates for the industry have increased by 8.8% over the past year, reflecting growing analyst confidence [11] Notable Companies - **Cboe Global Markets**: Expected to grow with a 6.1% increase in 2026 EPS and a long-term growth rate of 16.5% [20][21] - **S&P Global**: Anticipated 11.4% increase in 2026 EPS, supported by ongoing service launches [24][26] - **Nasdaq**: Projected 8.9% and 12.3% increases in 2026 and 2027 EPS respectively, with a focus on non-trading revenue [28][29] - **CME Group**: Expected to see 4.5% and 5.3% increases in 2026 and 2027 EPS, driven by product expansion [31][33] - **Intercontinental Exchange**: Forecasted 9.3% increase in 2026 EPS, benefiting from digitization in the mortgage industry [35][36]