Indices CFD trading allows you to speculate on the price movements of stock market indices without actually owning the underlying assets. A stock market index is a measurement of the price performance of a group of shares from a particular exchange or market.
When trading index CFDs, you're essentially entering into a contract to exchange the difference in the value of an index from when your position is opened to when it is closed. This means you can potentially profit from both rising and falling markets.
With Exness, you can trade CFDs on major global indices like the S&P 500, NASDAQ, Dow Jones, DAX, FTSE 100, and more with competitive spreads and fast execution, all from a single platform.
Gain exposure to an entire market or sector with a single trade
Less susceptible to sharp price movements than individual stocks
Trade some indices outside of regular market hours
Often more cost-effective than trading multiple individual stocks
Spread from: 0.8 points
Tracks the performance of 500 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States.
Spread from: 1.0 points
Represents the performance of major technology and growth companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
Spread from: 1.1 points
Measures the stock performance of 30 large companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States.
Spread from: 1.0 points
Tracks the performance of the 40 largest German companies trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Spread from: 1.0 points
Comprises the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange by market capitalization.
Spread from: 5.0 points
Stock market index for the Tokyo Stock Exchange, representing the top 225 Japanese companies.
Plus additional regional and specialized indices from around the world
Trade on the performance of entire markets rather than individual stocks, providing broad market exposure with a single trade.
Access major indices from the US, Europe, Asia, and beyond, all from a single trading platform without geographical restrictions.
Take advantage of both rising and falling markets by going long or short on index CFDs without constraints.
Enjoy tight spreads on major global indices, helping to reduce your trading costs and maximize profit potential.
Control larger positions with a smaller initial investment through leveraged trading on index CFDs.
Utilize index CFDs as part of a hedging strategy to protect your portfolio against broad market movements.
Indices often display strong, persistent trends that can last for extended periods. Trend trading involves identifying and following the direction of these trends, entering long positions during uptrends and short positions during downtrends.
Technical indicators like moving averages, MACD, and trend lines can be used to identify trend direction and potential entry or exit points, making this strategy suitable for both new and experienced traders.
Major economic announcements, central bank decisions, and political events often cause significant movements in index prices. This strategy involves analyzing upcoming events and positioning trades based on expected market reactions.
Traders can use economic calendars to track important events and prepare strategies ahead of time. This approach can be effective but requires thorough research and an understanding of how different events typically impact specific indices.
Start trading CFDs on major global indices like the S&P 500, NASDAQ, DAX, and FTSE 100 with competitive spreads and advanced trading tools. Open an account in minutes and access markets worldwide.
Risk Warning: Trading on financial markets carries risks. Contracts for Difference ('CFDs') are complex financial products that are traded on margin. Trading CFDs carries a high level of risk since leverage can work both to your advantage and disadvantage. As a result, CFDs may not be suitable for all investors because you may lose all your invested capital. You should not risk more than you are prepared to lose. Before deciding to trade, you need to ensure that you understand the risks involved and taking into account your investment objectives and level of experience.