Nasdaq CEO Wants More Disclosure About Short Selling

The transcript discusses the roles of private and public markets, highlighting the importance of IPOs and liquidity. It addresses challenges companies face when going public, such as litigation and tax environments. The impact of the JOBS Act is analyzed, noting its role in allowing companies to stay private longer. The importance of disclosure and transparency in public markets is emphasized, with a call for balanced disclosure of long and short positions.

What is one of the main roles of private capital markets according to the transcript?

• To increase government control over companies

• To prevent companies from going public

• To allow companies to grow before going public

• To restrict company growth

What new service did NASDAQ introduce to enhance private market liquidity?

• A new stock exchange

• A public market trading platform

• A service for more liquidity in private markets

• A private equity fund

How does the JOBS Act benefit companies in terms of going public?

• It allows companies to stay private longer

• It increases the tax burden on companies

• It forces companies to go public sooner

• It eliminates the need for public disclosure

What is one of the challenges mentioned about being a public company?

• Limited access to capital

• Increased responsibility and burden

• Reduced market visibility

• Lack of investor interest

What change is suggested regarding the disclosure of short positions?

• Short positions should remain confidential

• Only long positions should be disclosed

• Both long and short positions should be disclosed

• Disclosure should be eliminated entirely