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NDAQ monthly returns
Nasdaq Inc. has averaged 1.66% per month, positive in 59% of months. Month-by-month returns for Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) below, through July 24, 2026 — the table lists the most recent months; the bar chart plots the last 5 years.
Nasdaq Inc. monthly returns#
| Month | Path | Total return |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | +16.5% | |
| Jun 2026 | -14.6% | |
| May 2026 | +0.7% | |
| Apr 2026 | +8.3% | |
| Mar 2026 | -2.8% | |
| Feb 2026 | -9.6% | |
| Jan 2026 | -0.2% | |
| Dec 2025 | +7.2% | |
| Nov 2025 | +6.4% | |
| Oct 2025 | -3.3% | |
| Sep 2025 | -6.4% | |
| Aug 2025 | -1.5% |
Monthly total return (since Aug 2021)
Methodology#
Monthly returns are total returns (dividends reinvested), computed from NDAQ's split- and dividend-adjusted month-end closes. The table shows the most recent 120 months and the bar chart the most recent 60. See the year-by-year returns for the annual view. Past performance does not predict future returns; not investment advice.
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FAQ
- What is Nasdaq Inc.'s average monthly return?
- Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ) has averaged about 1.66% per month, positive in roughly 59% of months. The best month was Dec 2004 (+45.7%) and the worst was Nov 2008 (-33.8%).