Press Releases March 29, 2026

Nasdaq Concludes Public Consultation on Nasdaq-100 Index® Methodology

Nasdaq Finalizes Updates to Nasdaq-100 Index Methodology Effective May 1, 2026

By Leila Farooq NDAQ
Nasdaq Concludes Public Consultation on Nasdaq-100 Index® Methodology
NDAQ

Nasdaq has completed its public consultation regarding proposed enhancements to the Nasdaq-100 Index methodology. After reviewing stakeholder feedback, Nasdaq Global Indexes approved updates that will be implemented starting May 1, 2026. These changes aim to improve the index's rules and reflect ongoing governance and market transparency efforts.

Key Points

  • Nasdaq conducted an open public consultation on Nasdaq-100 Index methodology enhancements in February 2026.
  • Following review of feedback, Nasdaq approved methodology updates effective May 1, 2026, with the current rules remaining until April 30, 2026.
  • These changes affect the Nasdaq-100 Index, which tracks 100 large non-financial Nasdaq-listed companies and underpins significant investment products totaling over $600 billion AUM.

NEW YORK, March 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced the resolution of its public consultation on proposed enhancements to the Nasdaq-100 Index® methodology. Following a transparent and open comment period, that opened February 2 and closed February 27, 2026, Nasdaq Global Indexes, has approved updates to the Nasdaq-100 Index methodology, effective May 1, 2026.

Nasdaq Global Indexes periodically reviews index methodologies through standard governance processes, and feedback submitted during the consultation informed the final determination. Following the review and evaluation of consultation submissions, Nasdaq will proceed with the updated methodology changes outlined in the Summary of Responses and Conclusions and the updated methodology, effective May 1, 2026.

The current methodology will remain in effect through April 30, 2026. Nasdaq Global Indexes will communicate implementation details through standard index notice channels in advance of the effective date.

About Nasdaq Global Indexes
Nasdaq Global Indexes is one of the world's leading index providers, offering a comprehensive suite of rules-based benchmarks and indexes. The Nasdaq-100 Index® — which measures the performance of 100 of the largest Nasdaq-listed non-financial companies — is tracked by more than 200 investment products with over $600 billion in assets under management globally. Nasdaq Global Indexes publishes and maintains more than 35,000 indexes across asset classes and geographies.

About Nasdaq
Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) is a global technology company serving the capital markets and other industries. Our diverse offering of data, analytics, software, and services enables clients to optimize and execute their business vision with confidence. To learn more about the company, technology solutions, and career opportunities, visit us on LinkedIn, on X @Nasdaq, or at www.nasdaq.com.

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Risks

  • Changes in index methodology could impact the composition and performance of index-tracking investment products, influencing investor portfolios linked to Nasdaq-100.
  • Forward-looking statements in the announcement highlight risks and uncertainties related to future business conditions and market dynamics that could affect Nasdaq's operations.
  • The modification of index methodology might lead to short-term market adjustments as funds and investors adapt to new inclusion/exclusion criteria.

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