The National Association of Securities Dealers Automatic Quotation System (NASDAQ) is a computer system established to facilitate trading without a physical exchange. To accomplish this, the NASDAQ posts real-time broker/dealer quotes on Over-The-Counter (OTC) stocks. Approximately 4,000 common stock issues are included in the NASDAQ system.
Nasdaq
National Association of Securities Dealer Automated Quotations system. A stock exchange operated by NASD that is known for its high-tech listings and a market maker system. Most day traders prefer to trade on Nasdaq over NYSE because of the speed of executions and quote updates. Here is Nasdaq web site.
NASDAQ
The computer system designed to facilitate trading of over-the-counter securities. NASDAQ stands for the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotation System.
