Nasdaq Hikes Fees for Trader Data Center Spaces
Published Date: 4/2/2026
Notice
Summary
Starting April 1, 2026, Nasdaq is rolling out new fees for its bigger and better co-location services at its Carteret, NJ data center. Traders and firms using these expanded spaces will see updated pricing to match the extra space and tech perks. This change helps Nasdaq keep up with demand and improve trading speed, so get ready to budget for these fresh fees!
Analyzed Economic Effects
7 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 4 costs, 1 mixed.
New Cabinet Installation Charge
Nasdaq will charge a one-time installation fee of $5,940 for the Cabinet offering in the NY11-5 expansion. There is no ongoing monthly fee for that Cabinet offering, and the rule is operative on April 1, 2026.
Power Circuit Installation Fees
Nasdaq will charge installation fees for NY11-5 power circuit options that mirror NY11-4: $3,600 for all Phase 1 options and $4,560 for Phase 3 options. These installation fees apply when customers order the Extension Area Power Circuit Offerings in NY11-5.
Monthly Power Circuit Charges
Nasdaq proposes ongoing monthly fees for NY11-5 power circuits equal to NY11-4 rates: Phase 1 20A 240V $2,640.00; Phase 1 32A 240V $4,224.00; Phase 1 40A 240V $5,280.00; Phase 3 20A 415V $7,906.58; Phase 3 32A 415V $12,650.53. These monthly charges apply to identical power circuit offerings in NY11-5.
PDU Installation Fees Established
Nasdaq will charge installation fees for PDUs in NY11-5 that mirror NY11-4: $4,100 for Phase 1 PDUs, $5,260 for Phase 3 PDUs, and $2,000 for the Switch Monitored PDU Add On. These fees apply to the Extension Area PDUs offered in NY11-5.
No Monthly Fee for PDUs
Nasdaq proposes an ongoing monthly fee of $0 for Extension Area PDUs in NY11-5, matching NY11-4 practice. Customers may still choose to provide their own PDUs instead of using Exchange-provided PDUs.
Access Timing and When Fees Begin
Nasdaq anticipates providing access to NY11-5 offerings on or about April 1, 2026, and customers will not be charged until they are provided access for immediate use. Charging begins only once customers can set up equipment and begin using power.
Uniform Availability and Optionality
Nasdaq states the NY11-5 Cabinet, power circuit, and PDU fees will be available and assessed uniformly to all market participants, and customers may choose whether to colocate and may provide their own PDUs. The Exchange describes these offerings as optional.
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