
NYSE Euronext
NYSE Euronext was a major stock exchange formed by the merger of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Euronext, which included exchanges in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Portugal. It facilitated the buying and selling of shares in publicly traded companies, playing a crucial role in global finance. The platform enabled investors to trade stocks, options, and other securities, providing liquidity and transparency to the market. In 2013, it was acquired by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), further integrating it into the global financial ecosystem. NYSE Euronext remains significant in shaping international investment and trading practices.