Shanghai Stock Exchange
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.
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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 Japan Exchange Group (JPX) is a private holding corporation that facilitates the trading of financial securities in Japan.
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) is the leading exchange in Australia with a daily turnover of US$7.2B, and market capitalization of US$1.3B.
Often referred to by its nickname the "aussie," the Australian dollar is considered to be one of the world's eight major currencies.
In order to tame economic instability, China fixed its exchange rate in 1995 at slightly more than 8 yuan to the United States dollar.
Like all currencies, the Japanese Yen has specific causes of its volatility.
China prompted shockwaves in global markets in August 2015 by allowing its currency, the Yuan, to weaken outside of its previous trading band based on market movements.
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