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The Nasdaq Stock Market has announced the delisting of several companies due to trading suspensions. PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was suspended on November 3, 2022, Zovio Inc. on November 10, 2022, Fast Radius, Inc. on November 18, 2022, and Kismet Acquisition Three Corp. on November 21, 2022. Nasdaq will file a Form 25 with the SEC to finalize these delistings, which will take effect ten days after the filing. Investors are advised to review the companies’ public filings for further information regarding the delistings.

Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) has appointed Adena T. Friedman as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2023. She will maintain her role as CEO, succeeding Michael R. Splinter, who becomes Lead Independent Director. Friedman has been with Nasdaq since January 2017, driving its strategic direction and operational performance. The Board supports this leadership transition, expecting enhanced execution of Nasdaq’s vision as a global technology firm in financial markets. Splinter will continue to play a significant role with responsibilities including overseeing performance evaluations.

Nasdaq (NDAQ) announced the resumption of trading for Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd. (PME) at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on December 19, 2022. The trading was previously halted on December 9, 2022, at 09:14:21 a.m. Eastern Time. This resumption indicates a return to normal market activity for PME, which may affect investor sentiment and trading strategies.

In 2022, Nasdaq (NDAQ) maintained its leadership in the U.S. IPO market, welcoming 156 IPOs and raising $14.8 billion. This marks the fourth consecutive year of being the leading exchange by both number of IPOs and proceeds. Notably, the SEC approved Nasdaq's optimized rules for direct listings with capital raises, enhancing market entry flexibility for companies. Nasdaq also showcased strength in sectors like healthcare, consumer, and technology, achieving high win rates. Seven of the ten largest global IPOs were listed on Nasdaq, comprising 74% of total IPO proceeds.

Nasdaq (NDAQ) has announced the annual reconstitution of the Nasdaq-100 Index, effective December 19, 2022. Six companies will be added: CoStar Group, Rivian Automotive, Warner Bros. Discovery, GlobalFoundries, Baker Hughes, and Diamondback Energy. In contrast, seven companies will be removed from the Index, including VeriSign, Skyworks Solutions, and Match Group. The Nasdaq-100 Index, comprising the 100 largest non-financial companies on Nasdaq, serves as a benchmark for various financial products.

The Nasdaq Stock Market (NDAQ) announced trading halts for Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd. (PME) on December 9, 2022, at 09:14:21 A.M. Eastern Time. The halt occurred at a trading price of $0.57 due to a request for 'additional information' from the company. Trading will remain suspended until the company satisfies Nasdaq's information request. Investors are advised to monitor updates for further developments concerning the trading status of PME.

Nasdaq reported its monthly trading volumes for November 2022 on its investor relations site. The volumes reflect activity in various markets, including equities, options, and fixed income. Detailed statistics are available online. Nasdaq provides a range of data, analytics, and technology services to help clients execute their business strategies effectively. The company emphasizes that forward-looking statements in the report come with risks and uncertainties that could affect actual performance.