Who would have imagined Nike (NKE) as a growth stock? Thanks to its Direct-to-Consumer strategy, the global apparel and footwear giant has seemingly re-invented itself from a stable retail brand to an omni-channel powerhouse.

Equity indices in Asia closed mostly lower led by the 08% to 0.9% declines in the Hong Kong Hang Seng, China’s Shanghai Composite and Japan’s Nikkei. By mid-day trading, equity indices in Europe were trading higher.

As part of its goal to build more sustainable and inclusive markets, Nasdaq has launched ESG Data Hub, connecting investors with sustainability data sets from leading providers across a wide range of categories within Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).

The insurance industry, which is typically antithetical to modern advancements, is at the beginning of a technological renaissance driven by a massive generational shift led by millennials, who value simplified user experiences and an extraordinary increase in investment dollars.

Technology stocks, specifically software names, have rebounded impressively from the tech selloff, delivering 9% and 13% returns in the respective one month and three months, according to Fidelity.

Daily energy market commentary provided by Nasdaq Corporate Solutions Advisory Services‘ Energy Team.

Nasdaq President and Chief Executive Officer Adena Friedman’s efforts to further strengthen the company’s listings leadership and enhance market integrity have landed her in Barron’s Top 30 CEOs of 2021.

Equity indices in Asia closed the day’s trading modestly lower across the board led by the 0.06% dip in Japan’s Nikkei.

When assessing the recent price movements and massive gains in both individual stocks and in the overall market, it seems the pessimism that dominated the past three months has given way to euphoria as evidenced by the recent market highs.

Whether people are returning to work on a hybrid model, or a full time return to the office, the overall workplace experience will never be the same.