Indices
Join us in exploring the world of index trading. Discover how these benchmarks shape market trends and guide trading decisions.
What are Indices?
Indices represent the combined value of a group of stocks or assets listed on a specific exchange. Well-known examples include the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the FTSE 100. Each index has specific criteria for selecting its constituent stocks. The Dow Jones Index represents 30 major public companies on the New York Stock Exchange, weighted by price, while the FTSE 100 includes the UK’s top 100 blue-chip companies, weighted by market capitalization.
Popular Indices
S&P 500
DJIA
Nasdaq-100
China A50
HSI
Nikkei225
How Do Indices Work?
As stock prices in an index rise, the index value increases. Conversely, it decreases when stock prices fall, reflecting the overall movement of the market or sector.
Why are indices important?
Performance Benchmarks
Indices help investors evaluate portfolio or strategy performance relative to the broader market.
Market Insights
They provide a simplified view of market trends, eliminating the need to analyze individual assets.
Diversification
Trading indices allows investors to gain exposure to a broad range of stocks or assets within a single investment, reducing the risk associated with individual stocks.
| STD Symbols | Tick Value | Tick Value | Exchange Rate | Description | Contract Size | Digits | Minimum Margin | Maximum Leverage | Stop Limit Level | Minimum Lot | Maximum Lot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXCAUD.c | 1 | 1 AUD | AUD/USD | Australia 200 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.01 | 100 |
| CHCUSD.c | 1 | 1 CNY | CNY/USD | China 50 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.1 | 100 |
| DJCUSD.c | 1 | 1 USD | - | US 30 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 15 | 0.01 | 100 |
| ES35 | 1 | 1 EUR | EUR/USD | Spain 35 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.1 | 100 |
| EXCEUR.c | 10 | 10 EUR | EUR/USD | Euro Stoxx 50 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.01 | 100 |
| FRCEUR.c | 1 | 1 EUR | EUR/USD | France 40 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.01 | 100 |
| GECEUR.c | 0.1 | 0.1 EUR | EUR/USD | German 40 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 10 | 0.01 | 100 |
| HKCHKD.c | 1 | 1 HKD | HKD/USD | Hong Kong Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 30 | 0.5 | 100 |
| JPCJPY.c | 1 | 1 JPY | JPY/USD | Japan 225 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 30 | 1 | 1000 |
| N25 | 1 | 1 EUR | EUR/USD | Netherlands 25 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.1 | 100 |
| NACUSD.c | 0.01 | 0.01 USD | - | US Tech 100 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 15 | 0.01 | 100 |
| RUSS2000.c | 0.5 | 0.5 USD | - | Russel 2000 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.1 | 100 |
| SPCUSD.c | 0.1 | 0.1 USD | - | US 500 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 15 | 0.01 | 100 |
| SWI20 | 1 | 1 CHF | CHF/USD | Switzerland 20 index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | - | 0.1 | 100 |
| UKCGBP.c | 1 | 1 GBP | GBP/USD | UK 100 Index | 1 | 2 | 1.0% | 100:1 | 3 | 0.01 | 100 |
Why trade indices with tomotrader?
Diversified Market Exposure
Gain broad market exposure through a single trade, reducing the risk associated with individual stocks and enhancing portfolio diversification.
Leveraged Trading
Utilize leverage to control larger positions with a smaller capital outlay, amplifying potential profits while managing risk effectively.
24/5 Trading Access
Enjoy the flexibility of trading indices around the clock, five days a week, allowing you to capitalize on market opportunities at your convenience.