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The Nikkei 225 is a weighted-average equities index, denominated in Japanese yen. It is viewed as a benchmark for Japan's economic prowess, and you can learn more about how it works in this FXCM Insights guide.
Learn about the largest options trading exchange in the United States, the Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe), in this article from FXCM Insights.
The Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index is a financial product consisting of mid and large-capitalisation corporate listings located in developing nations. It includes prominent companies from Asia, Middle East, India and South Africa.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is the sixth-largest stock exchange in the world and has undergone many changes since launching in the mid-1800s. Learn more about the SEHK at FXCM.
The Shenzen Stock Exchange (SZSE) is one of the two leading stock exchanges in mainland China. After opening its doors in 1990, the exchange has grown substantially and become the eighth largest in the world. Learn more about the SZSE at FXCM.
The Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) is a prominent global exchange and one of three in China. The A50 index consists of the 50 most influential stocks listed on the SSE.
The FTSE China A50 Index is widely viewed as a primary barometer of China's economic performance. It is traded via CFD, ETF and standardised futures contracts.
The UK100 tracks the 100 top-performing companies in the London Stock Exchange and with FXCM's low transaction costs, a good trading strategy, and the advantage of leverage (which can magnify gains as wells as losses), you’re ready for any market condition.
The Speculative Sentiment Index is a proprietary FXCM tool that analyzes current data on how many long and short positions are active in the market.
The FTSE All-Share Index tracks the prices of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange's (LSE) main market.
The FTSE AIM All-Share Index is the broadest index tracking the London Stock Exchange's (LSE) Alternative Investment Market (AIM).
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