NASDAQ acquires off-exchange trading venue LeveL to expand market role

LeveL: LeveL runs an independently operated off-exchange stock trading venue focused on equity transactions. The planned acquisition positions LeveL for integration into Nasdaq's expanding equity market ecosystem. Nasdaq: Nasdaq operates major stock exchanges and provides trading, clearing, and data services across global equity and derivatives markets. The company is acquiring LeveL to strengthen its position in off-exchange equity trading and broaden its overall market participation. Trading Venues: Off-exchange platforms remain integral to U.S. equity market structure and participant access. Market Expansion: Nasdaq continues to pursue growth in equity trading infrastructure through targeted acquisitions of specialized venues.