In this engaging discussion, Emily Spurling, SVP and Global Head of Index at Nasdaq, highlights the Nasdaq 100's impressive journey from the dot-com bubble to its current status, nearly hitting 22,000 points. She dives into the evolution of the index, emphasizing tech's growing influence and examines the eligibility criteria for companies. The conversation also addresses market cap intricacies, the significance of R&D investments among listed firms, and the impact of major economic events on the index's composition and performance.