Nasdaq-100 Index — Level, Chart & Constituents

What the Nasdaq-100 measures

The Nasdaq-100 is a stock market index that tracks the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. It is a market-capitalisation-weighted index, meaning that companies with higher market capitalisations have a larger influence on the index's movements. The index is focused on the technology and growth sectors, though it also includes companies from other industries. It is distinct from the broader Nasdaq Composite, which includes all Nasdaq-listed stocks.

Key numbers explained

• 30,470.29 points is the current index level, representing the aggregate value of the constituent companies' weights at this moment.
• Today's trading range was 30,353.89 to 30,706.23, showing the intraday low and high.
• The price change today is -0.85%, indicating a modest decline over the session.
• The 52-week range is 22,841.42 to 30,770.63, illustrating the lowest and highest levels the index has reached over the past year.
• The index is denominated in USD, so its movements reflect US dollar-denominated valuations.
• The index is part of the broader US market landscape alongside the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Recent news

Recent headlines note that the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq dropped as yields spiked amid calls for more rate hikes, with stocks retreating as bond yields climbed on Fed rate hike fears. Other reports highlight a summer stock rebound, a decline in top cryptocurrencies with Bitcoin dropping below $85,000, and mixed performance among specific stocks such as Palantir and Nebius.

What to watch

When interpreting the Nasdaq-100, it is useful to monitor broader market factors that typically affect equity indices. Interest rate expectations, as reflected in bond yields, often influence the valuation of growth-oriented companies. Sector rotation, where investors shift between different industries, can also drive movements. The index's sensitivity to technology and innovation trends means that corporate earnings reports and macroeconomic data releases are key events to observe. For additional context on market volatility, you may also refer to the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) and the Russell 2000.