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Spain's Ferrovial becomes first IBEX 35 firm on Nasdaq-100
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on December 15, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Global Banking and Finance Review
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Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on December 15, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 20, 2026
Ferrovial will join the Nasdaq-100, marking a first for IBEX 35 firms, enhancing its visibility and shareholder base.
By Marta Serafinko
Dec 15 (Reuters) - Spanish construction and infrastructure firm Ferrovial will become the first Spanish blue-chip IBEX 35 listed company to have its shares also trade on the Nasdaq-100 when it is added to the index on December 22.
The inclusion comes roughly 18 months after its U.S. stock market debut in May 2024.
The Nasdaq-100 index comprises the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock market based on market capitalisation. It is widely regarded as a benchmark for technology and innovation-driven firms but also includes companies from other industries.
"This milestone enhances our visibility with U.S. and global investors, broadens our shareholder base, and reflects market confidence in our ability to develop high-value projects that drive economic growth and help the communities where we operate thrive," CEO Ignacio Madridejos said.
Ferrovial has built a significant presence in North America over two decades, particularly in managing express lanes across several U.S. states and in Ontario, Canada. It is also currently involved in construction of the New Terminal One at New York City's JFK International Airport.
(Reporting by Marta Serafinko in Gdansk, editing by Kirsten Donovan)
The Nasdaq-100 is an index comprising the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock market, based on market capitalisation. It serves as a benchmark for technology and innovation-driven firms.
Market capitalisation is the total market value of a company's outstanding shares of stock. It is calculated by multiplying the current share price by the total number of shares outstanding.
A blue-chip company is a well-established and financially sound corporation with a history of reliable performance. These companies are typically leaders in their industry and are known for their stability and strong dividends.
Corporate governance refers to the systems, principles, and processes by which a company is directed and controlled. It encompasses the relationships among stakeholders and the goals for which the corporation is governed.
An initial public offering (IPO) is the process by which a private company offers shares to the public for the first time. This allows the company to raise capital from public investors.
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