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Texas Stock Exchange to launch trading on Monday in test of upstart’s challenge to Wall Street
By Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 5, 2026
· 7 min read
The Texas Stock Exchange will commence trading on Monday, kickstarting the first real test of one of the most well-funded new exchanges to launch in decades.The Texas Stock Exchange, a Dallas-based startup, will initiate a phased rollout to take place over the course of July. On Monday, the publi...
Key takeaway The Texas Stock Exchange, a Dallas-based startup, will initiate a phased rollout to take place over the course of July.
Why this matters in The Waco
The launch of the Texas Stock Exchange on Monday will have a ripple effect on the Waco area, as the region's economy is closely tied to the state's financial sector. With the exchange's phased rollout, local investors and businesses will be watching closely to see how the new platform performs. The Perryman Group, a Waco-based economic research company, has already weighed in on the exchange's potential, citing the state's growing pool of investors and numerous Fortune 500 companies as key ingredients for success. As the exchange takes shape, Waco residents can expect to see increased economic activity, potentially leading to new job opportunities and growth for local businesses. The exchange's ability to attract and retain corporate listings will be a key indicator of its success, and local leaders will be monitoring its progress closely to see how it can benefit the Waco area and the broader Texas economy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? The Texas Stock Exchange will commence trading on Monday, kickstarting the first real test of one of the most well-funded new exchanges to launch in decades.The Texas Stock Exchange, a Dallas-based startup, will initiate a phased rollout to take place over the course of July. On Monday, the publi...
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