Walmart was too late for a Nasdaq-100 spot — but these 6 stocks made the cut
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Walmart's absence from the Nasdaq-100 highlights its struggle to meet the index's criteria, while companies like Lululemon and Trade Desk are being removed, indicating a shift in market dynamics. This change reflects ongoing adjustments within the tech-heavy index as it responds to evolving market conditions.
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Strategy maintained its place in the tech-heavy index, but Lululemon and Trade Desk are among the companies getting the boot.
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Original article published by MarketWatch on December 13, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.