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What is the Nasdaq-100 index?
The Nasdaq-100 is a stock market index made up of 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange. It includes well-known tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Nvidia, but also features companies from sectors like healthcare, consumer goods, and biotech.
How is the Nasdaq-100 different from the Nasdaq Composite?
The Nasdaq-100 tracks only the largest 100 non-financial companies, while the Nasdaq Composite includes over 3,000 stocks from all sectors, including smaller and financial companies. As a result, the Nasdaq-100 is more focused on large-cap growth stocks and tends to be more tech-heavy.
Why is the Nasdaq-100 considered tech-heavy?
About 50% to 60% of the Nasdaq-100’s weight is typically made up of technology and communication services companies. The index excludes financials and leans toward fast-growing, innovative firms, making it more sensitive to trends in the tech industry and investor appetite for growth.
Can I invest in the Nasdaq-100?
Yes, you can invest in the Nasdaq-100 through ETFs and index funds that track it — the most popular being the Invesco QQQ ETF (ticker: QQQ). These funds aim to mirror the index’s performance and offer exposure to some of the most dynamic companies in the market.
Is the Nasdaq-100 a good long-term investment?
The Nasdaq-100 has historically delivered strong long-term returns, driven by growth in the tech sector. However, it’s more volatile than broader indices like the S&P 500 because of its concentration in a few high-growth companies. It can be a powerful addition to a diversified portfolio — especially if you’re looking for exposure to innovation.