September 19, 2025

Dallas Welcomes NYSE Texas: A New Chapter in Stock Trading

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The New York Stock Exchange has launched NYSE Texas, a fully electronic equities exchange now based in Dallas. This initiative focuses on dual listings, allowing companies to connect more easily with investors. Texas companies are already taking advantage of this, and NYSE Texas is set to foster a pro-business environment while enhancing access to the market for both local and international firms.

Texas has become the new home for the New York Stock Exchange’s latest venture, known as NYSE Texas. Launched in February 2025, this fully electronic equities exchange has established its headquarters in Dallas, Texas, following a relocation from NYSE Chicago. NYSE Texas is designed primarily for dual listings, allowing companies to have trading access in more than one venue, which is particularly advantageous for foreign firms seeking to engage with U.S. investors.

As the exchange embarks on its journey, NYSE Group President Lynn Martin has indicated that while the option for primary listings remains under consideration, these opportunities are not yet available. The launch of NYSE Texas is significant in the landscape of U.S. stock exchanges, where primary listings are predominantly held by NYSE and Nasdaq, the two largest exchanges in the nation. This new platform aims to attract notable companies, especially those benefiting from Texas’ rapidly growing economy.

Trading on stock exchanges comes with stringent financial and regulatory standards, which companies must meet. However, firms already listed on the NYSE will not incur additional fees or face extra regulations when they opt for dual listings on NYSE Texas. This feature makes it an appealing option for businesses looking to expand their investor audience without the burden of extra costs.

A diverse range of companies is already participating in NYSE Texas with dual listings. Some of the most notable examples include:

– AT&T, a Dallas-based telecommunications giant with a market capitalization of $212 billion, announced its dual listing on July 31.
– Intercontinental Exchange, which operates out of Atlanta and has a market cap of $99 billion, revealed its dual listing on June 16.
– Vistra, based in Irving and involved in power generation, has a market cap of $72 billion and listed on August 18.
– D.R. Horton, recognized as the largest homebuilder in the U.S. and based in Arlington, listed on June 9 with a market cap of $51 billion.
– Waste Connections, a waste management company from The Woodlands with a market cap of $45 billion, announced its dual listing on June 18.
– NRG Energy, based in Houston and known for its energy generation operations, disclosed its dual listing on August 18 with a market cap of $32 billion.
– Texas Pacific, a Dallas-based real estate company valued at $21 billion, announced its dual listing on August 14.
– Halliburton, a company appearing on the dual list since May 28, operates out of Houston and Dubai and has a market capitalization of $19 billion.
– Invitation Homes, another Dallas-based entity focused on homes, announced a dual listing on August 14, with a market cap of $18 billion.
– Builders FirstSource, a manufacturing company from Irving, joined the listing on August 11 with a market cap of $15 billion.

The overarching goal of NYSE Texas is to enhance business opportunities and create a favorable economic environment within Texas, which boasts the highest count of NYSE listings. Lynn Martin emphasized the substantial contributions Texas makes to the national economy and its status as a leading business market in the country. The establishment of NYSE Texas is expected to facilitate easier market access for its founding members, especially for those who are already part of the NYSE network, thereby strengthening the financial fabric of the southwestern region.

As NYSE Texas begins to carve its niche in the competitive landscape of stock exchanges, the initial response from major companies demonstrates a promising outlook for incoming listings. This step not only supports local businesses but also attracts foreign interest, aligning with the larger goal of increasing investor engagement in the U.S. market.

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