Nasdaq, Inc. reports developments across its market infrastructure, index, data, listings and financial technology businesses. Company news commonly covers monthly trading volumes, quarterly volume and listings statistics, earnings releases, dividend announcements, and operating trends in divisions such as Financial Technology.
Nasdaq updates also include changes to the Nasdaq-100 Index and other Nasdaq Global Indexes, trading halt and resumption notices from The Nasdaq Stock Market, and corporate governance or capital-structure matters. Its financial technology activities include solutions tied to capital management, financial crime and regulatory compliance software.
Nasdaq and ADX have partnered to enhance the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange's offerings by launching a derivatives market this year. The agreement includes advanced market technology solutions for matching, real-time clearing, and settlement. The ADX General Index has risen to 7700 points, gaining 52% year-to-date, highlighting increased investor participation. The introduction of single stock and index futures aims to diversify investment options and provide hedging tools. Additionally, the market will implement central counterparty clearing to boost confidence and stability.
The Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq: NDAQ) announced a trading halt for Evolv Technologies Holdings, Inc. - Unit (Nasdaq: EVLVU) on August 25, 2021, at 4:02:41 a.m. Eastern Time. This action was taken due to 'additional information requested' from the company, with the last sale price recorded at $9.83. The trading of Evolv Technologies will remain suspended until the company meets Nasdaq's requirements for the requested information.
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On August 23, 2021, Nasdaq (NDAQ) announced that CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD) will be added to the NASDAQ-100 Index, NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index, and NASDAQ-100 Technology Index. This transition will take effect before market open on August 26, 2021, with CrowdStrike replacing Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (MXIM). This inclusion marks a significant change for both CrowdStrike and investors in the NASDAQ indices.
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Nasdaq (NDAQ) will participate in two virtual conferences in August 2021. CFO Ann Dennison will speak at the Nasdaq Virtual Investor Conference in Asia on August 9 at 9:00 PM ET. The following day, she will present at the UBS Financial Services Virtual Conference at 3:00 PM ET. Both events will be available for live viewing on Nasdaq's Investor Relations website. These presentations provide opportunities for investors to gain insights into Nasdaq's strategies and market position.
Nasdaq (NDAQ) reported its monthly trading volumes for July 2021, providing insights into financial activity on its platform. The data sheet detailing these volumes and quarterly capture rates is accessible on Nasdaq's investor relations website. The company emphasizes its role as a global technology leader in capital markets, offering a range of data and analytics services. Nasdaq cautions that forward-looking statements in its report are subject to risks and uncertainties that could affect future performance and operational results.
On August 2, 2021, Nasdaq (NDAQ) announced the acquisition of a significant minority stake in LeveL ATS, a prominent US Equity Dark Pool trading venue. This partnership aligns Nasdaq with other major stakeholders including Bank of America, Citi, and Fidelity. The transaction's financial details remain undisclosed. Nasdaq's involvement is expected to enhance LeveL's product offerings and market position. LeveL ATS, founded in 2006, is known for its continuous crossing platform and innovative VWAP order types, designed to minimize market impact.
Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) has priced a public offering of €615 million in senior notes at 0.900%, maturing in 2033. The offering aims to refinance existing 1.75% Senior Notes due 2023. Expected to close on July 30, 2021, the offering involves leading financial institutions as joint book-running managers. The offering is registered with the SEC, ensuring compliance for prospective investors. Forward-looking statements highlight potential risks, including market conditions and interest rate fluctuations, affecting the company's future performance.
Nasdaq plans to offer Euro-denominated senior notes to refinance existing 1.75% Senior Notes due 2023. This offering is subject to market conditions and will utilize net proceeds alongside available cash balances. The offering will be managed by a consortium that includes Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs, and Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken. Nasdaq emphasizes the importance of reviewing relevant SEC filings for detailed information about the offering and the company's financial condition.