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Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Nasdaq Inc stock (NDAQ) is currently trading at $83.74. Nasdaq Inc PE ratio is 27.96. Nasdaq Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 9.40. Analyst consensus price target for NDAQ is $108.40. WallStSmart rates NDAQ as Moderate Buy.

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NDAQ

Nasdaq Inc

NASDAQFINANCIAL SERVICES
$83.74
$0.54 (-0.64%)
52W$64.06
$101.47
Target$108.40+29.4%

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NDAQ Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ)

Margin of Safety
+44.4%
Strong Buy Zone
NDAQ Fair Value
$144.61
Graham Formula
Current Price
$83.74
$60.87 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $144.61
Overvalued
Price $83.74
Graham IV $144.61
Analyst $108.40

NDAQ trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $144.61, offering a 44% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, operating margin, eps growth. Concerns around price/sales. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.3/10
Operating MarginProfitability
47.60%10/10

Keeps $48 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

EPS GrowthGrowth
47.60%10/10

Earnings per share surging 47.60% year-over-year

Profit MarginProfitability
34.10%10/10

Keeps $34 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
86.86%10/10

86.86% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$49.33B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Return on EquityProfitability
15.20%7/10

Solid profitability: $15 profit per $100 equity

Supporting Valuation Data

NDAQ Target Price
$108.4
21% Upside

Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 4.0/10
Price/SalesValuation
9.402/10

Very expensive at 9.4x annual revenue

PEG RatioValuation
2.104/10

Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion

Price/BookValuation
4.014/10

Premium pricing at 4.0x book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
13.40%6/10

Solid revenue growth at 13.40% per year

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
27.96
Expensive
Trailing P/E
27.96
Expensive
Price/Sales (TTM)
9.4
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Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 69/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 15.20%, Operating Margin at 47.60%, Profit Margin at 34.10%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 47.60%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Sales, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.10), Price/Sales (9.40), Price/Book (4.01) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 13.40%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Sales improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 15.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 13.40% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Operating Margin, EPS Growth) and negatives (Price/Sales, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

NDAQ Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

NDAQ's Price-to-Sales ratio of 9.40x trades at a 21% premium to its historical average of 7.76x (66th percentile). The current valuation is 44% below its historical high of 16.69x set in Sep 2021, and 192% above its historical low of 3.22x in Oct 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~6.2x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) · FINANCIAL SERVICESFINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES

The Big Picture

Nasdaq Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 5.2B with 13% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 34.1%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 1520.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 34.1% and operating margin of 47.6% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Debt management: total debt of 9.9B is significantly higher than cash (814M). Monitor refinancing risk.

Sector dynamics: monitor FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Nasdaq Inc.

Bottom Line

Nasdaq Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 34.1% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Nasdaq Inc(NDAQ)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Industry

FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANG...

Country

USA

Nasdaq, Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation that owns and operates stock exchanges in the United States and Europe. It is headquartered in New York City.

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