The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is the largest stock exchange in the world, with an equity market capitalization of almost ** trillion U.S. dollars as of June 2025. The following three exchanges were the NASDAQ, PINK Exchange, and the Frankfurt Exchange. What is a stock exchange? A stock exchange is a marketplace where stockbrokers, traders, buyers, and sellers can trade in equities products. The largest exchanges have thousands of listed companies. These companies sell shares of their business, giving the general public the opportunity to invest in them. The oldest stock exchange worldwide is the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, founded in the late sixteenth century. Other functions of a stock exchange Since these are publicly traded companies, every firm listed on a stock exchange has had an initial public offering (IPO). The largest IPOs can raise billions of dollars in equity for the firm involved. Related to stock exchanges are derivatives exchanges, where stock options, futures contracts, and other derivatives can be traded.

While the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic caused all major stock market indices to fall sharply in March 2020, both the extent of the decline at this time, and the shape of the subsequent recovery, have varied greatly. For example, on March 15, 2020, major European markets and traditional stocks in the United States had shed around ** percent of their value compared to January *, 2020. However, Asian markets and the NASDAQ Composite Index only shed around ** to ** percent of their value. A similar story can be seen with the post-coronavirus recovery. As of November 14, 2021 the NASDAQ composite index value was around ** percent higher than in January 2020, while most other markets were only between ** and ** percent higher. Why did the NASDAQ recover the quickest? Based in New York City, the NASDAQ is famously considered a proxy for the technology industry as many of the world’s largest technology industries choose to list there. And it just so happens that technology was the sector to perform the best during the coronavirus pandemic. Accordingly, many of the largest companies who benefitted the most from the pandemic such as Amazon, PayPal and Netflix, are listed on the NADSAQ, helping it to recover the fastest of the major stock exchanges worldwide. Which markets suffered the most? The energy sector was the worst hit by the global COVID-19 pandemic. In particular, oil companies share prices suffered large declines over 2020 as demand for oil plummeted while workers found themselves no longer needing to commute, and the tourism industry ground to a halt. In addition, overall share prices in two major stock exchanges – the London Stock Exchange (as represented by the FTSE 100 index) and Hong Kong (as represented by the Hang Seng index) – have notably recovered slower than other major exchanges. However, in both these, the underlying issue behind the slower recovery likely has more to do with political events unrelated to the coronavirus than it does with the pandemic – namely Brexit and general political unrest, respectively.

In 2025, stock markets in the United States accounted for roughly ** percent of world stocks. The next largest country by stock market share was China, followed by the European Union as a whole. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ are the largest stock exchange operators worldwide. What is a stock exchange? The first modern publicly traded company was the Dutch East Industry Company, which sold shares to the general public to fund expeditions to Asia. Since then, groups of companies have formed exchanges in which brokers and dealers can come together and make transactions in one space. Stock market indices group companies trading on a given exchange, giving an idea of how they evolve in real time. Appeal of stock ownership Over half of adults in the United States are investing money in the stock market. Stocks are an attractive investment because the possible return is higher than offered by other financial instruments.

Short term stress of covid 19 on world major stock indices The main objective of this study is to check short term stress of COVID 19 on the American European Asian and Pacific stock market indices furthermore the correlation between all the stock markets during the pandemic Secondary data of 41 stock exchange from 32 countries have been collected from investing com website from 1st July 2019 to 14th May 2020 for the stock market and the COVID 19 data has been collected according to the

The main stock market index of United States, the US500, fell to 6445 points on August 18, 2025, losing 0.07% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 2.22% and is up 14.93% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

Dataset

This dataset was created by Akshat Zala

Released under CC0: Public Domain

Contents

Major world's stock indices Daily its updated

Context

Dow Jones 30 is a price-weighted measurement stock market index of 30 prominent companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States. It is one of the most concise Indices as compared to other comprehensive ones such as NASDAQ or S&P 500.

The value index can be sum of the stock prices of the companies included in the index, divided by a factor which is currently approximately 0.152. The factor is changed whenever a constituent company undergoes a stock split so that the value of the index is unaffected by the stock split.

Content

In the dataset, You'll find stock prices of 16 major companies which are listed in DOW JONES 30 Index before Apr 1, 1999 (Obviously there are 14 others which they've replaced others over time and were added in the index after the said date)

Date: Simply the data in m/d/yyyy format (which works in the US)

MMM to Walt Disney: Average stock price of the day of the corresponding companies

DJIA: "Dow Jones Industrial Average" which can be said the target column of the dataset. It is the pool in which all the 30 stocks have their influence. Target can be seen as how much impact each and every stock lays on the pool.

Acknowledgement

The data is obtained from the Moneycontrol website.

Inspiration

Predicting the influence of major stocks on one of the most weight carrying indices of the world.

This is the name of the 38 global main stock indexes in the world. We collected from Yahoo! Finance. For the convenience of expression and computation later, we numbered it. For each item, the front is its serial number, followed by the corresponding stock index.

The average for 2022 based on 74 countries was 1244.55 billion U.S. dollars. The highest value was in the USA: 40297.98 billion U.S. dollars and the lowest value was in Bermuda: 0.21 billion U.S. dollars. The indicator is available from 1975 to 2022. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

View data of the S&P 500, an index of the stocks of 500 leading companies in the US economy, which provides a gauge of the U.S. equity market.

LSEG is one of the world’s largest sources of index pricing, composition content, and history. Browse LSEG Indices.

This statistic shows the largest global stock exchanges globally as of March 2025, ranked by the value of electronic order book share trading. In that time, the NYSE Stock Market was the largest stock exchange worldwide, with the value of EOB shares traded amounting to *** trillion U.S. dollars. Stock exchanges — additional information Stock exchanges are an important part of the free market economic system and are the most important component of the stock market. A stock exchange provides the setting in which stockbrokers, sellers, buyers, and traders can be brought together to take part in the sale of shares, bonds, derivatives and other securities. The core function of a stock exchange is to enable the fair and orderly trading, as well as the provision of price information, of any securities being traded on that exchange. Originally the exchanges were physical places (in some world locations the goods are still traded over-the-counter) but with time, they took the shape of an electronic platform. In order that company shares may be bought, traded and sold on a stock exchange, the company is required to have undergone an initial public offering process (IPO) on that particular exchange. The initial public offering of Alibaba Group Holding, a Chinese company operating in the e-commerce sector, on the New York Stock Exchange in September 2014, was the largest listing in the United States since 1996. The IPO of Alibaba Group Holding raised approximately ***** billion U.S. dollars.

Stock Exchanges Market Outlook

The global stock exchanges market size is projected to grow from USD 85 billion in 2023 to USD 130 billion by 2032, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8%. This steady growth is underpinned by a multitude of factors, including advancements in trading technology, the increasing complexity of financial instruments, and the rising participation of retail and institutional investors in global financial markets. The proliferation of electronic trading platforms, alongside traditional stock exchanges, is also contributing significantly to the growth of this market, providing enhanced accessibility, transparency, and efficiency in trading operations worldwide.

A key growth factor driving the expansion of the stock exchanges market is the ongoing digital transformation across the financial sector. With the advent of sophisticated trading technologies such as algorithmic trading and high-frequency trading, stock exchanges are increasingly adopting cutting-edge IT infrastructures to handle large volumes of trade data with superior accuracy and speed. Furthermore, the development of blockchain technology is poised to revolutionize clearing and settlement processes, reducing costs and the time taken for transaction finalization. This technological evolution is not only enhancing the operational efficiency of stock exchanges but also broadening the scope for innovative financial products, thereby attracting a wider array of market participants.

Another significant driver is the globalization of financial markets, which has led to a convergence in trading practices and regulations. As cross-border investments surge, stock exchanges are compelled to offer diverse products and services to cater to a global clientele. This necessitates continuous improvements in trading platforms and regulatory frameworks to manage the complexities associated with international investments. Additionally, increasing wealth in emerging economies is spurring investment activities, thereby boosting the demand for reliable and efficient stock exchanges. These dynamics are fueling the growth of the market by fostering an environment conducive to investment and financial inclusivity.

The increasing interest from retail investors is also a major factor contributing to the growth of the stock exchanges market. The advent of user-friendly trading apps and platforms has democratized stock trading, enabling retail investors to participate actively in financial markets. Enhanced financial literacy and the widespread availability of information have empowered individual investors to make informed decisions, leading to an upsurge in market participation. This rise in retail trading volume is prompting stock exchanges to innovate and expand their offerings to accommodate this burgeoning segment, thus driving market growth.

Regionally, North America continues to dominate the stock exchanges market, driven by the presence of major exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ. However, the Asia Pacific region is emerging as a formidable player due to rapid economic growth, regulatory reforms, and technological advancements in countries like China, India, and Japan. The region is witnessing a significant influx of foreign capital, bolstering trading activities and propelling market expansion. Europe also holds a substantial share, supported by its mature financial markets and strong institutional investor base. Meanwhile, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are exhibiting potential for growth, albeit at a relatively slower pace, as they develop their financial infrastructures and regulatory environments.

Type Analysis

The stock exchanges market is bifurcated into traditional stock exchanges and electronic trading platforms, each serving distinct roles in the financial ecosystem. Traditional stock exchanges have long been the cornerstone of financial markets, operating as centralized venues where securities are bought and sold. These exchanges, such as the NYSE and London Stock Exchange, are characterized by their stringent regulatory frameworks and structured trading environments, which instill confidence and trust among market participants. Despite the technological advancements, traditional exchanges continue to hold a significant share of the market due to their established reputations and the comprehensive services they offer, including listing, trading, and settlement.

On the other hand, electronic trading platforms have gained momentum in recent years, driven by the demand for greater efficiency and flexibility in trading. These platf

The value of the DJIA index amounted to ****** at the end of June 2025, up from ********* at the end of March 2020. Global panic about the coronavirus epidemic caused the drop in March 2020, which was the worst drop since the collapse of Lehman Brothers in 2008. Dow Jones Industrial Average index – additional information The Dow Jones Industrial Average index is a price-weighted average of 30 of the largest American publicly traded companies on New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, and includes companies like Goldman Sachs, IBM and Walt Disney. This index is considered to be a barometer of the state of the American economy. DJIA index was created in 1986 by Charles Dow. Along with the NASDAQ 100 and S&P 500 indices, it is amongst the most well-known and used stock indexes in the world. The year that the 2018 financial crisis unfolded was one of the worst years of the Dow. It was also in 2008 that some of the largest ever recorded losses of the Dow Jones Index based on single-day points were registered. On September 29, 2008, for instance, the Dow had a loss of ****** points, one of the largest single-day losses of all times. The best years in the history of the index still are 1915, when the index value increased by ***** percent in one year, and 1933, year when the index registered a growth of ***** percent.

Key information about Turkey BIST National 100

• Turkey BIST National 100 closed at 116,524.8 points in Jun 2020, compared with 105,520.5 points at the previous month end
• Turkey Equity Market Index: Month End: TRY: BIST National 100 data is updated monthly, available from Jan 1986 to Jun 2020, with an average number of 15,208.8 points
• The data reached an all-time high of 119,528.8 points in Jan 2018 and a record low of 1.0 points in Jan 1986

In line with the 'Removal of Two Zeros from Equity Indices” project, starting with July 27, 2020, BIST removed 2 zeros from the stock indices calculated in Turkish Liras (TRY). Therefore, the base values of these indices were divided by 100. Borsa Istanbul provides daily data on 11 major stock market indices, but the BIST National 100 index is the one most closely monitored by analysts.


Further information about Turkey BIST National 100

• In the latest reports, Borsa Istanbul recorded a monthly P/E ratio of 6.2 in Jul 2023

China's main stock market index, the SHANGHAI, rose to 3728 points on August 18, 2025, gaining 0.85% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 4.73% and is up 28.83% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from China. China Shanghai Composite Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

Key information about Poland WIG20

• Poland WIG20 closed at 2,579.5 points in Feb 2025, compared with 2,433.8 points at the previous month end
• Poland Equity Market Index: Month End: WIG20 data is updated monthly, available from Dec 1996 to Feb 2025, with an average number of 2,151.9 points
• The data reached an all-time high of 3,877.6 points in Oct 2007 and a record low of 1,022.6 points in Sep 2001

Warsaw Stock Exchange provides daily data on 7 major stock market indices, but the WIG20 index is the one most closely monitored by analysts

Key information about Argentina S&P MERVAL

• Argentina S&P MERVAL closed at 2,205,800.5 points in Feb 2025, compared with 2,564,659.0 points at the previous month end
• Argentina Equity Market Index: Month End: BCBA: S&P MERVAL data is updated monthly, available from Jun 1986 to Feb 2025, with an average number of 1,375.4 points
• The data reached an all-time high of 2,564,659.0 points in Jan 2025 and a record low of 0.0 points in Nov 1986

Buenos Aires Stock Exchange provides daily data on several major stock market indices, but the Merval index is the one most closely monitored by analysts

Global Stock Exchanges market size 2021 was recorded $287.079 Billion whereas by the end of 2025 it will reach $670 Billion. According to the author, by 2033 Stock Exchanges market size will become $3649.41. Stock Exchanges market will be growing at a CAGR of 23.6% during 2025 to 2033.

The average for 2021 based on 87 countries was 32.21 percent. The highest value was in Venezuela: 991.39 percent and the lowest value was in Botswana: -6.38 percent. The indicator is available from 1984 to 2021. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.