New York Stock Exchange

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), often referred to as 'the Big Board', is the largest stock exchange in the world by market capitalization, located in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan, New York City. It is operated by Intercontinental Exchange and has been at the center of global financial markets for over two centuries. The NYSE hosts the trading of equities, options, bonds, and exchange-traded products, as well as major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500. It is unique among U.S. exchanges for operating a physical trading floor, which facilitates market-defining IPOs and auctions. The NYSE also offers original programming and resources that bring financial markets to life, supporting innovation and enterprise.