NYSE and Nasdaq monthly number of listed companies comparison 2018-2023, by domicile

The number of domestic companies listed on the Nasdaq increased each year since 2018, but the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has seen some fluctuations over this period. As of March 2023, the NYSE had a combined total of 2,385 listed domestic and international companies, while the figure for the Nasdaq was much higher, standing at 3,611. Despite this, the NYSE has a higher market capitalization than the Nasdaq.

What are the top listed companies?

The NYSE has been a home for stable and long-lasting firms, also known as “blue-chip” companies. For example, Berkshire Hathaway, established in 1839, is the largest company traded on the NYSE. On the other hand, the Nasdaq has been known for listing major tech companies. For instance, Apple is the largest company listed on the Nasdaq. As of 2022, both companies were among the biggest companies in the world in terms of market capitalization.

Which stock exchange has the most companies worldwide?

Although the NYSE and the Nasdaq are the world’s largest two stock market operators by market capitalization, the Japan Exchange Group (JPX) is the biggest stock exchange in the world based on the number of companies. The JPX was created in 2013 through the merger of the Tokyo Stock Exchange and the Osaka Securities Exchange and, as of March 2023, was also one of the largest stock exchanges in the world based on total market capitalization.