The main stock market index of United States, the US500, rose to 6397 points on August 11, 2025, gaining 0.12% from the previous session. Over the past month, the index has climbed 2.04% and is up 19.69% 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.

As of July 21, 2025, the ****************************** held the largest share of any stock exchange operator of the U.S. equity market, accounting for around ** percent of all equities traded in the country. Following was the ******, then the *************************************, with there then being a large gap back to any other stock market operator. However, the largest portion of equity trading took place through off-exchange transactions.

United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data was reported at 39,785.881 USD bn in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 42,071.330 USD bn for 2016. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data is updated yearly, averaging 17,934.293 USD bn from Dec 1984 (Median) to 2017, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 47,245.496 USD bn in 2008 and a record low of 1,108.421 USD bn in 1984. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Financial Sector. The value of shares traded is the total number of shares traded, both domestic and foreign, multiplied by their respective matching prices. Figures are single counted (only one side of the transaction is considered). Companies admitted to listing and admitted to trading are included in the data. Data are end of year values converted to U.S. dollars using corresponding year-end foreign exchange rates.; ; World Federation of Exchanges database.; Sum; Stock market data were previously sourced from Standard & Poor's until they discontinued their 'Global Stock Markets Factbook' and database in April 2013. Time series have been replaced in December 2015 with data from the World Federation of Exchanges and may differ from the previous S&P definitions and methodology.

As of May 2025, the combined average monthly turnover of the three main U.S. equities market operators - the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the Nasdaq, and Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Global Markets - amounted to around *** trillion U.S. dollars. However, the largest share of total equity trades in the United States was held by off-exchange transactions.

Stocks traded, total value (current US$) in United States was reported at 42600207070000 USD in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. United States - Stocks traded, total value - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

The best choice for those looking for license-free US market data for commercial use is US Equities Basic, which includes data display, redistribution, professional trading, and more.

US Equities Basic is based upon a derived IEX feed. The volume coverage is 3-5% of the total trading volume in North America, which helps entities mitigate license expenses and start with real-time data.

US Equities Basic provides raw quotes, trades, aggregated time series (OHLCV), and snapshots. Both REST API and WebSocket API are available.

End-of-day price information disseminated after 12:00 AM EST does not require licensing in the United States by law. This applies to all exchanges, even those not included in the US Equities Basic. Finazon combines all price information after every trading day, meaning that while markets are open, real-time prices are available from a subset of exchanges, and when markets close, data is synced and contains 100% of US volume. All historical prices are adjusted for corporate actions and splits.

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The total value of global equity trading worldwide in 2023 amounted to approximately *** trillion U.S. dollars.What is equity trading? A stock is a piece of equity in a company. The shareholders of a publicly traded company literally own a piece of that company, although it may be very small depending on the number of outstanding shares the company has issued. These transactions typically take place through a stock exchange. Choosing the right stock Many investors use a financial advisor to help them select the stocks in their portfolio. Others do their own research, making bets on industry trends or a particular company’s strategy. While many of these lose money, the most successful investors make billions of U.S. dollars.

The US capital market exchange ecosystem, encompassing exchanges like the NYSE, NASDAQ, and Cboe, is a robust and dynamic sector experiencing significant growth. Driven by factors such as increasing retail investor participation fueled by technological advancements and democratization of access to financial markets (e.g., through commission-free trading apps), and a surge in IPOs and other capital-raising activities by both established and emerging companies, the market demonstrates substantial expansion potential. The diversification of financial instruments beyond traditional equities and debt into areas like derivatives and ETFs further contributes to market expansion. Institutional investors, including hedge funds and mutual funds, continue to play a pivotal role, driving trading volume and liquidity. While regulatory changes and macroeconomic uncertainties pose potential restraints, the overall outlook remains positive, with a projected CAGR exceeding 8% for the forecast period 2025-2033. Technological innovations, including AI-driven trading algorithms and blockchain technology for enhanced security and transparency, are reshaping the landscape, promoting efficiency and attracting further investment. The segment breakdown reveals a substantial contribution from both primary and secondary markets, with equity trading likely holding a larger market share compared to debt instruments in the US context. Regional analysis highlights the dominance of North America, particularly the United States, due to its mature financial markets and large pool of both retail and institutional investors. However, other regions, including Europe and Asia-Pacific, are demonstrating increasing participation and growth, fueled by economic expansion and the rising middle class in emerging economies. The competitive landscape is characterized by established players alongside emerging fintech companies offering innovative trading platforms and services. This competition fosters innovation and enhances market efficiency, benefiting both investors and businesses seeking capital. The ongoing evolution of the ecosystem necessitates ongoing adaptation and strategic planning for all participants, ensuring relevance and profitability in a rapidly changing environment. Notable trends are: Increasing Capitalization in Equity Market Driving the Capital Market.

In 2024, ** percent of adults in the United States invested in the stock market. This figure has remained steady over the last few years, and is still below the levels before the Great Recession, when it peaked in 2007 at ** percent. What is the stock market? The stock market can be defined as a group of stock exchanges, where investors can buy shares in a publicly traded company. In more recent years, it is estimated an increasing number of Americans are using neobrokers, making stock trading more accessible to investors. Other investments A significant number of people think stocks and bonds are the safest investments, while others point to real estate, gold, bonds, or a savings account. Since witnessing the significant one-day losses in the stock market during the Financial Crisis, many investors were turning towards these alternatives in hopes for more stability, particularly for investments with longer maturities. This could explain the decrease in this statistic since 2007. Nevertheless, some speculators enjoy chasing the short-run fluctuations, and others see value in choosing particular stocks.

US Equities Max is the ultimate option for every non-professional user, allowing individuals to access the most precise price information in the United States. This dataset is also ideal for companies engaged in trading, building an app, or any other projects that require unsacrificed US market data.

US Equities Max is a consolidated dataset that provides all level-1 price information from all exchanges in the United States.

This feed is the quickest option for getting data over the cloud, as it is disseminated in real-time with an average latency of 100 milliseconds. It contains aggregated time series (OHLCV) ranging from 1-minute to 1-month intervals, raw trades and quotes, as well as snapshots with price summaries. The extensive reference data includes lists of tickers, markets, and far more. In addition to the REST API, the majority of the data can be streamed via WebSocket.

To create this dataset, Finazon receives raw prices from UTP and CTA, also known as SIPs. Prices are further aggregated using a complex set of rules, which results in an unbiased dataset that is built upon every single executed trade in the country. Data is adjusted for splits and dividends, allowing you to be certain about price accuracy when working with the US Equities Max dataset.

Prices for United States Stock Market Index (US5000) including live quotes, historical charts and news. United States Stock Market Index (US5000) was last updated by Trading Economics this August 11 of 2025.

United States US: Stocks Traded: Turnover Ratio of Domestic Shares data was reported at 116.078 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 94.719 % for 2016. United States US: Stocks Traded: Turnover Ratio of Domestic Shares data is updated yearly, averaging 114.857 % from Dec 1984 (Median) to 2017, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 407.630 % in 2008 and a record low of 51.444 % in 1991. United States US: Stocks Traded: Turnover Ratio of Domestic Shares data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Financial Sector. Turnover ratio is the value of domestic shares traded divided by their market capitalization. The value is annualized by multiplying the monthly average by 12.; ; World Federation of Exchanges database.; Weighted average; Stock market data were previously sourced from Standard & Poor's until they discontinued their 'Global Stock Markets Factbook' and database in April 2013. Time series have been replaced in December 2015 with data from the World Federation of Exchanges and may differ from the previous S&P definitions and methodology.

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Dataset Description: 34-year Daily Stock Data (1990-2024)

Context and Inspiration

This dataset captures historical financial market data and macroeconomic indicators spanning over three decades, from 1990 onwards. It is designed for financial analysis, time series forecasting, and exploring relationships between market volatility, stock indices, and macroeconomic factors. This dataset is particularly relevant for researchers, data scientists, and enthusiasts interested in studying: - Volatility forecasting (VIX) - Stock market trends (S&P 500, DJIA, HSI) - Macroeconomic influences on markets (joblessness, interest rates, etc.) - The effect of geopolitical and economic uncertainty (EPU, GPRD)

Sources

The data has been aggregated from a mix of historical financial records and publicly available macroeconomic datasets: - VIX (Volatility Index): Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE). - Stock Indices (S&P 500, DJIA, HSI): Yahoo Finance and historical financial databases. - Volume Data: Extracted from official exchange reports. - Macroeconomic Indicators: Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), Federal Reserve, and other public records. - Uncertainty Metrics (EPU, GPRD): Economic Policy Uncertainty Index and Global Policy Uncertainty Database.

Columns

1. dt: Date of observation in YYYY-MM-DD format.
2. vix: VIX (Volatility Index), a measure of expected market volatility.
3. sp500: S&P 500 index value, a benchmark of the U.S. stock market.
4. sp500_volume: Daily trading volume for the S&P 500.
5. djia: Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), another key U.S. market index.
6. djia_volume: Daily trading volume for the DJIA.
7. hsi: Hang Seng Index, representing the Hong Kong stock market.
8. ads: Aruoba-Diebold-Scotti (ADS) Business Conditions Index, reflecting U.S. economic activity.
9. us3m: U.S. Treasury 3-month bond yield, a short-term interest rate proxy.
10. joblessness: U.S. unemployment rate, reported as quartiles (1 represents lowest quartile and so on).
11. epu: Economic Policy Uncertainty Index, quantifying policy-related economic uncertainty.
12. GPRD: Geopolitical Risk Index (Daily), measuring geopolitical risk levels.
13. prev_day: Previous day’s S&P 500 closing value, added for lag-based time series analysis.

Key Features

• Cross-Market Analysis: Compare U.S. markets (S&P 500, DJIA) with international benchmarks like HSI.
• Macroeconomic Insights: Assess how external factors like joblessness, interest rates, and economic uncertainty affect markets.
• Temporal Scope: Longitudinal data facilitates trend analysis and machine learning model training.

Potential Use Cases

• Forecasting market indices using machine learning or statistical models.
• Building volatility trading strategies with VIX Futures.
• Economic research on relationships between policy uncertainty and market behavior.
• Educational material for financial data visualization and analysis tutorials.

Feel free to use this dataset for academic, research, or personal projects.

The US capital market exchange ecosystem is experiencing a significant growth trajectory, with a market size of XX million and a CAGR of 8.00%. Key drivers include increasing investor participation, the rise of digital investment platforms, and growing demand for alternative investment options. Trends such as the shift towards sustainable investing and the implementation of new technologies are shaping the ecosystem. Despite these drivers, restraints such as regulatory uncertainties and cybersecurity risks continue to challenge the market's growth. The ecosystem comprises various segments, including primary and secondary markets, debt and equity instruments, and retail and institutional investors. The New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ, and Cboe Options Exchange are prominent companies operating within this ecosystem, facilitating trading and providing liquidity for investors. The market is segmented geographically, with North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific being key regions. The United States, United Kingdom, and China are leading markets within these regions, contributing significantly to the overall ecosystem's growth. The US capital market exchange ecosystem is a complex and interconnected network of exchanges, broker-dealers, clearinghouses, and other financial institutions that facilitate the buying and selling of securities. The ecosystem is highly concentrated, with a small number of large exchanges accounting for the majority of trading volume. The largest exchange in the US is the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), followed by the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq) and the Cboe Global Markets (Cboe). These three exchanges account for over 80% of trading volume in the US equity markets. The US capital market exchange ecosystem is characterized by a high level of innovation. Exchanges are constantly developing new products and services to meet the needs of investors. For example, the NYSE recently launched a new electronic trading platform called NYSE Arca that is designed to provide faster and more efficient trading execution. The Nasdaq has also launched a new platform called Nasdaq Private Market that allows companies to raise capital from private investors. The US capital market exchange ecosystem is also highly regulated. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the primary regulator of the securities markets in the US. The SEC regulates the exchanges, broker-dealers, and clearinghouses that operate in the US. The SEC's regulations are designed to protect investors and ensure the fair and orderly operation of the securities markets. The US capital market exchange ecosystem is facing a number of challenges and restraints. One challenge is the increasing competition from foreign exchanges. For example, the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange have both become major players in the global equity markets. Another challenge is the rise of alternative trading systems (ATSs). ATSs are electronic trading platforms that are not regulated by the SEC. ATSs have become increasingly popular with investors because they offer lower trading costs and faster execution times than traditional exchanges. Despite these challenges, the US capital market exchange ecosystem is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. The US economy is expected to continue to grow, which will lead to increased demand for investment products. In addition, the US capital market exchange ecosystem is well-positioned to benefit from the growth of the global economy. Notable trends are: Increasing Capitalization in Equity Market Driving the Capital Market.

United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value: % of GDP data was reported at 205.181 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 225.893 % for 2016. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value: % of GDP data is updated yearly, averaging 155.485 % from Dec 1984 (Median) to 2017, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 320.992 % in 2008 and a record low of 27.431 % in 1984. United States US: Stocks Traded: Total Value: % of GDP data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Financial Sector. The value of shares traded is the total number of shares traded, both domestic and foreign, multiplied by their respective matching prices. Figures are single counted (only one side of the transaction is considered). Companies admitted to listing and admitted to trading are included in the data. Data are end of year values.; ; World Federation of Exchanges database.; Weighted average; Stock market data were previously sourced from Standard & Poor's until they discontinued their 'Global Stock Markets Factbook' and database in April 2013. Time series have been replaced in December 2015 with data from the World Federation of Exchanges and may differ from the previous S&P definitions and methodology.

Graph and download economic data for Sources of Revenue: Trading Equities on Own Account - Net Gains (Losses) for Investment Banking and Securities Dealing and Brokerage, All Establishments, Employer Firms (REVTEAEF5231YALLEST) from 2013 to 2022 about gains/losses, brokers, finance companies, employer firms, accounting, companies, equity, revenue, finance, establishments, investment, trade, financial, securities, Net, services, banks, depository institutions, and USA.

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.

Sharp economic volatility, the continued effects of high interest rates and mixed sentiment among investors created an uneven landscape for stock and commodity exchanges. While trading volumes soared in 2020 due to the pandemic and favorable financial conditions, such as zero percent interest rates from the Federal Reserve, the continued effects of high inflation in 2022 and 2023 resulted in a hawkish pivot on interest rates, which curtailed ROIs across major equity markets. Geopolitical volatility amid the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas wars further exacerbated trade volatility, as many investors pivoted away from traditional equity markets into derivative markets, such as options and futures to better hedge on their investment. Nonetheless, the continued digitalization of trading markets bolstered exchanges, as they were able to facilitate improved client service and stronger market insights for interested investors. Revenue grew an annualized 0.1% to an estimated $20.9 billion over the past five years, including an estimated 1.9% boost in 2025. A core development for exchanges has been the growth of derivative trades, which has facilitated a significant market niche for investors. Heightened options trading and growing attraction to agricultural commodities strengthened service diversification among exchanges. Major companies, such as CME Group Inc., introduced new tradeable food commodities for investors in 2024, further diversifying how clients engage in trades. These trends, coupled with strengthened corporate profit growth, bolstered exchanges’ profit. Despite current uncertainty with interest rates and the pervasive fear over a future recession, the industry is expected to do well during the outlook period. Strong economic conditions will reduce investor uncertainty and increase corporate profit, uplifting investment into the stock market and boosting revenue. Greater levels of research and development will expand the scope of stocks offered because new companies will spring up via IPOs, benefiting exchange demand. Nonetheless, continued threat from substitutes such as electronic communication networks (ECNs) will curtail larger growth, as better technology will enable investors to start trading independently, but effective use of electronic platforms by incumbent exchange giants such as NASDAQ Inc. can help stem this decline by offering faster processing via electronic trade floors and prioritizing client support. Overall, revenue is expected to grow an annualized 3.5% to an estimated $24.8 billion through the end of 2031.

High-frequency trading consists of companies that trade large numbers of orders of financial securities in fractions of a second using quantitative trading algorithms. High-frequency trading is a subset of quantitative investing, which employs algorithms that analyze financial data to conduct trades. This industry is growing due to advancements in technology that have enabled investors to trade at faster rates than ever. Many factors have caused revenue to rise during the current period. During the pandemic investor uncertainty soared and rattled financial markets. As a result, trading volumes climbed leading to greater industry demand and revenue growth as firms capitalized on rapid transactions. The industry has also increasingly invested in computers and software to enhance the speed and efficiency of trade execution. Increased computer and software investments also help the industry improve portfolio optimization, which helps firms maximize gains while reducing market risks. As inflation soared in the latter part of the period, the Federal Reserve raised interest rates. Higher rates made bonds more attractive to investors, reducing investment in the stock market and the industry’s services. This posed a threat to high-frequency traders, although in 2024, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a point as inflationary pressures eased. This will limit investments in bonds and attract investment back into equities. Overall, industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 5.7% to $7.1 billion over the past five years, including an expected decline of 3.7% in 2024 alone. Over the next five years, steady income growth will raise access to credit, enabling consumers to invest more in the stock market. As competition among financial institutions soars, private investment in computers and software will increase. These investments will make high-frequency trading more efficient, increasing its attractiveness. Investor uncertainty is anticipated to decline, so the volume of trades will be relatively low and the industry won't have a vital source of downstream demand. Overall, industry revenue is expected to lag at a CAGR of 2.7% to $6.2 billion over the five years to 2029.