NASDAQ 100 Index
This dataset tracks nasdaq 100 index over time.
Latest Value
23315.04
Year-over-Year Change
0.58%
Date Range
1/2/1986 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The NASDAQ 100 Index tracks the performance of the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the NASDAQ stock market. It serves as a critical benchmark for technology and innovation-driven sectors, providing insights into the health of high-growth industries.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index represents a market-capitalization-weighted compilation of top technology, biotechnology, and emerging growth companies across multiple sectors. Economists and investors use it as a key indicator of technological innovation and corporate performance in the United States.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the market capitalization of its constituent companies, with quarterly rebalancing and annual reconstitution to maintain relevance.
Historical Context
Financial analysts and policymakers use the NASDAQ 100 as a critical barometer for assessing technology sector performance and broader economic trends in innovation-driven markets.
Key Facts
- Includes companies like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and other major tech firms
- Excludes financial sector companies
- Widely used as a proxy for technology and innovation sector health
FAQs
Q: What companies are included in the NASDAQ 100?
A: The index includes the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the NASDAQ, predominantly in technology, biotechnology, and growth-oriented sectors.
Q: How often is the NASDAQ 100 Index rebalanced?
A: The index undergoes quarterly rebalancing and an annual reconstitution to ensure it accurately reflects current market conditions and company performance.
Q: How does the NASDAQ 100 differ from other market indices?
A: Unlike broader indices, the NASDAQ 100 focuses specifically on large non-financial companies, with a strong emphasis on technology and innovation sectors.
Q: Why do investors track the NASDAQ 100?
A: Investors use this index to gauge technology sector performance, assess innovation trends, and make informed investment decisions in high-growth industries.
Q: What are the limitations of the NASDAQ 100 Index?
A: The index is sector-specific and may not represent the entire market, potentially overlooking performance in other economic segments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, NASDAQ 100 Index [NASDAQ100], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025