Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) Earnings History
Growth Compounder26 years of earnings data (2000–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) Earnings Overview
As of July 8, 2026, Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.91B, reflecting +60.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.35 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 21.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NDAQ's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +10.7%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.79B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Nasdaq, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 47.9%, operating margin of 28.4%, and net margin of 21.8%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ICE ($3.92B net income, 26.1% margin), CME ($4.24B net income, 62.0% margin), CBOE ($1.24B net income, 23.3% margin), NDAQ has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NDAQ vs ICE →
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NDAQ Historical Earnings Data (2000–2025)
26 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.79B | +60.2% | $2.33B | $3.09 | 21.8% | 28.4% |
| 2024 | $1.12B | +5.5% | $1.80B | $1.93 | 15.1% | 24.3% |
| 2023 | $1.06B | -5.9% | $1.58B | $2.08 | 17.5% | 26.0% |
| 2022 | $1.13B | -5.2% | $1.56B | $2.26 | 18.1% | 25.1% |
| 2021 | $1.19B | +27.2% | $1.44B | $2.35 | 20.2% | 24.5% |
| 2020 | $933M | +20.5% | $1.23B | $1.86 | 16.6% | 21.9% |
| 2019 | $774M | +69.0% | $1.02B | $1.55 | 18.2% | 23.9% |
| 2018 | $458M | -37.6% | $1.03B | $0.91 | 10.7% | 24.0% |
| 2017 | $734M | +579.6% | $991M | $1.44 | 18.6% | 25.1% |
| 2016 | $108M | -74.8% | $836M | $0.21 | 2.9% | 22.6% |
| 2015 | $428M | +3.4% | $720M | $0.83 | 12.6% | 21.2% |
| 2014 | $414M | +7.5% | $754M | $0.80 | 11.8% | 21.5% |
| 2013 | $385M | +9.4% | $688M | $0.75 | 12.0% | 21.4% |
| 2012 | $352M | -9.0% | $690M | $0.68 | 11.3% | 22.1% |
| 2011 | $387M | -2.0% | $696M | $0.72 | 11.3% | 20.2% |
| 2010 | $395M | +48.5% | $631M | $0.64 | 12.4% | 19.8% |
| 2009 | $266M | -16.8% | $603M | $0.42 | 7.8% | 17.7% |
| 2008 | $320M | -38.3% | $640M | $0.52 | 8.8% | 17.5% |
| 2007 | $518M | +305.3% | $366M | $1.15 | 21.3% | 15.0% |
| 2006 | $128M | +107.3% | $214M | $0.32 | 7.7% | 12.9% |
| 2005 | $62M | +443.0% | $114M | $0.19 | 7.0% | 12.9% |
| 2004 | $11M | +110.8% | $8M | $-0.01 | 2.1% | 1.5% |
| 2003 | -$105M | -344.5% | -$57M | $-0.45 | -17.9% | -9.7% |
| 2002 | $43M | +6.6% | $112M | $0.13 | 5.5% | 14.2% |
| 2001 | $40M | +73.6% | $61M | $0.12 | 4.7% | 7.1% |
| 2000 | $23M | - | $196M | $0.07 | 2.8% | 23.5% |
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NDAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NDAQ stock.
What is NDAQ earnings per share (EPS)?
NDAQ trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $3.35, reflecting +60.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +10.7%. Complete EPS history from 2000 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Nasdaq, Inc.'s net income?
Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.9B as of 2025. Earnings grew +60.1% year-over-year. Nasdaq, Inc. has been profitable for 22 consecutive years.
Is NDAQ profitable?
Yes, NDAQ is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.9B and a net profit margin of +21.8%. Nasdaq, Inc. has generated profits for 22 consecutive years.
What is NDAQ's earnings growth rate?
NDAQ compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +60.1%, 3-Year: +11.0%, 5-Year: +10.7%, 10-Year: +14.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2000 to 2025.
What are NDAQ's profit margins?
Nasdaq, Inc. net profit margin is +21.8%, operating margin is +28.4%, and gross margin is +47.9%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +15.3%.
Is NDAQ growing earnings?
Yes, NDAQ earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +60.1% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +10.7%. TTM net income reached $1.9B. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was NDAQ's best earnings year?
Nasdaq, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $1.8B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 2000 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were NDAQ's earnings last quarter?
NDAQ's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $519M with diluted EPS of $0.91. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.