NASDAQ is a computerized system that was established to facilitate trading by providing dealers and brokers with the current bid and ask price quotes on OTC (over-the-counter) stocks and other listed stocks. NASDAQ stands for (National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation System). It does not have an actual physical trading platform/floor that brings together buyers and sellers.

All trading on the NASDAQ exchange is done over a network of computers as well as telephones. NASDAQ does not employ market specialists for purchasing unfilled orders like NYSE does. The NASDAQ exchange began when the brokers started informally trading over the telephone; the network was later formalized and linked by computer in early 1970's. In 1998, AMEX was purchased by the parent company of the NASDAQ. Two continued separate operation. Orders for stock are sent out electronically on the Nasdaq where market makers (MMs) list their buy and sell prices. Once the price is agreed upon, the transaction is executed electronically.

On the left, you will find stocks A-Z listed on the NASDAQ exchange. We have organized the sub-categories for easy access to include valuable information to Investors and Traders such as: News Press Releases (organized by date), Company Description and of course the Trading Stock Symbol of the company. Please send all suggestions to us if you have any further requests.

The NASDAQ is overseen by its independent (self-regulating) organization, the NASD (National Association of Securities Dealers).

For more information visit http://www.nasdaq.com