NASDAQ
The National Association of Security Dealers Automated Quotation is the largest US stock market in terms of companies listed and number of shared traded. Launched in 1971, Nasdaq is home to more than 82% of all the technology listings in the US. It is operated by the Nasdaq Stock Markets Inc, a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Association of Security Dealers. See EASDAQ
Newco
Provisional new legal entities, with names like Snooks & Bloggs Newco, are often established during restructuring operations such as MBOs. The new owners may revert to the original company name or may decide to use a completely new name.
Non-executive director
See independent director.
Nouveau Marche
Ambitious small companies in France can float on the Nouveau Marche, launched by the Paris Stock Exchange in 1996, after a vetting which is less rigorous than for a full listing (and generally less expensive). It is similar to AIM.