There are two trading floors at the NYSE, one for stocks and one for NYSE American options. It is located on Wall Street in New York. The main building at 18 Broad St. and the one at 11 Wall St. were both designated historic in 1978. The NYSE is the world's largest stock exchange by market capitalization, valued at $26.64 trillion in August 2021.

For many years, the NYSE relied only on floor trading, using the open outcry system. Many NYSE trades have moved to electronic platforms, with designated market makers (DMMs) mainly responsible for both physical and automated auctions.

The NYSE is now open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. Some US holidays close the stock exchange. The NYSE may be closed the Friday before certain events. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, the NYSE may be closed on Monday.

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is the largest and one of the most well-known stock exchanges in the world. Located in New York City, it facilitates the buying and selling of publicly traded companies’ shares. The NYSE operates on an auction-based system, where trades are executed through brokers, specialists, and electronic systems. Companies listed on the NYSE are typically large and established, meeting strict financial and regulatory requirements. Investors use the NYSE to trade stocks, bonds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The exchange influences global financial markets, as price movements in NYSE-listed stocks often reflect broader economic trends. Understanding how the NYSE works is essential for investors aiming to make informed decisions about trading, investing, and portfolio management.