01 / TRADING
Indices
A broader view of equity markets
An index combines a defined group of companies into one market measure. Its composition and weighting determine which sectors and businesses have the greatest influence on its movement.
Leading global indices
Trading conditions
- Benchmarks
- S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Japan 225
- Regions
- US, Europe, Asia
- Commission
- No separate trade fee
- Market
- A basket of companies in one benchmark
Spread and, when applicable, overnight financing are additional. The order form shows the estimated trade commission.
Explore the market
United States
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 represent different selections of US-listed companies. Their sector mix helps explain why they may move differently.
Europe
European benchmarks reflect companies from particular countries or regions. Economic data, industry exposure and local trading hours provide context.
Asia
Benchmarks such as Japan 225 reflect regional equity markets. Currency movements and the timing of local sessions can influence their behaviour.
What to consider
- Composition and weights
- An index is not an equal influence from every company. Check its calculation method and the weight of its largest constituents.
- Sector concentration
- A benchmark with many technology or financial businesses is sensitive to that sector. Different indices can share many of the same companies.
- Regional trading hours
- The underlying stock market has its own session and holidays. Check the instrument’s schedule rather than assuming every index trades at the same time.
- Points and exposure
- An index level is measured in points. Review the instrument’s quantity, price step and position value to understand what a movement means for the account.
Market risks
A basket of companies still carries market risk. Broad declines, concentration in a sector or large constituent, and gaps between sessions can affect an index sharply. Leverage increases the impact on the account.
Read the risk informationFrom an instrument to an order
Find an instrument
Open the market category, search by ticker or name, and add instruments to favourites to return to them quickly.
Check the market
Review the chart, timeframe, buy and sell quotes, and observation time. Check the trading session and distinguish a current quote from an older observation.
Prepare the order
Set the quantity and order type. Review the estimated costs, available margin and any stop-loss or take-profit settings before confirming.
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