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Florin

Attending the 102nd New York Stock Exchange Christmas tree lighting was a truly special experience. The atmosphere was festive and elegant, with music, lights and great energy all around Wall Street. Everything was well organized and felt safe, and seeing the tree come to life in front of the NYSE facade was unforgettable. I highly recommend this event to anyone visiting New York in December.

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George Fine

Was fortunate enough to know someone here at NYSE and took a private tour, was able to visit the set of many of the financial broadcasts such as closing bell and others, was also a part of the bell ringing ceremony to close out the market, one of the photos was captured during the height of the Pandemic and you can see, there is zero persons in or around NYSE, a once in a lifetime tour and also once in a lifetime pandemic that allowed me to take a shot without any tourists milling about in the photo. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), often called the "Big Board," is the world’s largest stock exchange by market capitalization. Located at 11 Wall Street in Lower Manhattan, it serves as the primary marketplace for many of the world's most established "blue-chip" companies. Market Leadership: As of 2024/2025, it hosts thousands of companies with a combined valuation in the tens of trillions of dollars. Trading Model: Unlike the purely electronic Nasdaq, the NYSE uses a hybrid model. It maintains a physical trading floor where human Designated Market Makers (DMMs) work alongside high-speed automated systems to maintain "fair and orderly" markets. The Iconic Bell: Trading is famously signaled by the ringing of a brass bell at 9:30 AM (Open) and 4:00 PM (Close) ET. 1792: The Buttonwood Agreement On May 17, 24 stockbrokers signed an agreement under a buttonwood tree on Wall Street. This established a formal system for trading government bonds and bank stocks with set commissions, marking the birth of the exchange. 1817: Formal Organization The group drafted a constitution and renamed itself the New York Stock & Exchange Board. They began renting space to trade indoors, moving away from coffee houses and street corners. 1863: The Modern Name The organization officially shortened its name to the New York Stock Exchange. 1867: Technological Revolution The introduction of the stock ticker allowed price information to be transmitted via telegraph, connecting Wall Street to investors across the country for the first time. 1903: 18 Broad Street The exchange moved into its current iconic neoclassical building, featuring the famous "Integrity Protecting the Works of Man" sculpture on its facade. This building was one of the first in the world to have air conditioning. 1929: The Great Crash "Black Thursday" (Oct 24) and "Black Tuesday" (Oct 29) saw the market collapse, losing nearly 25% of its value in days and signaling the start of the Great Depression. This led to the creation of the SEC in 1934 to regulate the markets. 2006: Going Public After over 200 years as a private, member-owned organization, the NYSE became a public company (NYSE Group, Inc.) following a merger with Archipelago. 2013: Acquisition by ICE The Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) acquired the NYSE, though it continues to operate under its historic name and brand.

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Alejandro Rosales Rodriguez

Visiting the New York Stock Exchange and Wall Street is like stepping right into the heart of global finance. Even if you’re not deeply into economics or trading, just walking through this historic area feels special. The building of the NYSE itself is impressive, with its massive columns and the famous American flag hanging outside. You can’t go inside the exchange floor unless you’re part of a special tour, but just standing outside gives you a sense of the importance this place holds. Wall Street as a whole has a unique energy. The streets are narrower than you might expect, surrounded by tall skyscrapers, and filled with people from all over the world. The iconic Charging Bull statue is only a short walk away, and you’ll usually find a crowd taking pictures there. It’s definitely worth visiting if you want to experience a piece of New York City’s identity beyond the usual tourist attractions. You don’t need to spend a lot of time here, an hour or two walking around, taking in the atmosphere, and snapping some photos is enough to feel the spirit of the place.