Nasdaq (NDAQ) reported a strong financial performance for Q1 2026, achieving $1.4 billion in net revenue, a 14% year-over-year increase, and $1.1 billion in Solutions revenue, marking the best organic growth start since 2021. Key metrics included a 13% rise in Annualized Recurring Revenue (ARR) to $3.2 billion and an 18% growth in Financial Technology revenue.
During the quarter, Nasdaq signed a total of 64 new clients in its Financial Technology division, achieving 18% organic revenue growth. The company also facilitated seven of the top ten IPOs, raising over $5 billion in proceeds. Nasdaq plans to launch 23/5 trading by December 6, 2026, to improve investor access to U.S. equities.
