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Nasdaq (NDAQ) to Benefit From Secular and Cyclical Tailwinds
Nasdaq (NDAQ) to Benefit From Secular and Cyclical Tailwinds
Muhammad Ali Khalid
Thu, February 19, 2026 at 2:08 PM GMT+9 2 min read
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Nasdaq Incorporated (NASDAQ:NDAQ) is one of the 12 oversold financial stocks to invest in according to hedge funds.
On January 30, Michael Cyprys from Morgan Stanley maintained his Overweight rating on Nasdaq Incorporated (NASDAQ:NDAQ). The analyst also raised his target price on the stock from $113 to $116, implying 46% upside.
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Cyprys appreciates secular tailwinds for Nasdaq Incorporated (NASDAQ:NDAQ), which are likely to persist. For 2026-27, he expects cyclical catalysts to kick in as well, which will drive revenue acceleration across the Solutions segment.
On January 30, William Katz from TD Cowen maintained a Hold rating on Nasdaq Incorporated (NASDAQ:NDAQ). The analyst increased his price target on the stock from $104 to $105, leading to a revised upside potential of more than 32%.
Katz’s rating is based on TD Cowen’s adjustments following the recent earnings announcements, with investor focus now shifting to the upcoming investor day on February 25.
Nasdaq Incorporated (NASDAQ:NDAQ) is a technology company that was established as the world’s first electronic stock market in 1971. It serves capital markets and other industries through its Capital Access Platforms, Financial Technology, and Market Services segments. It offers real-time market data, indices, investor relations & governance solutions, sustainability products, workflow solutions, and more.
While we acknowledge the potential of NDAQ as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you’re looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
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Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
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