A stock market index is a measurement of a section of the stock market. It is calculated from the prices of selected stocks. Stock market indices are used by investors to describe the market and compare the return on specific investments. Follow all the major world indices live with Brokera/

CFDs provide opportunities to trade the world’s most popular indices.
Some popular indices that are widely traded and tracked in the financial markets include:

1. S&P 500: An index of 500 large-cap companies listed on stock exchanges in the United States, representing a significant portion of the American economy.
2. NASDAQ Composite: A stock market index that includes more than 3,000 stocks listed on the NASDAQ exchange, predominantly consisting of technology and biotechnology companies.
3. Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA): Often referred to as "The Dow," it tracks 30 large, publicly-owned companies based in the United States, covering various sectors except for transportation and utilities.
4. FTSE 100: A stock market index composed of the 100 largest companies listed on the London Stock Exchange by market capitalization.
5. DAX: The benchmark index of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in Germany, comprising the 30 largest and most actively traded companies listed on the exchange.
6. Nikkei 225: A stock market index for the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), consisting of the 225 largest publicly-traded companies in Japan.
7. Euro Stoxx 50: An index of 50 large companies from 12 Eurozone countries, representing sectors such as banking, insurance, chemicals, and telecommunications.
8. Hang Seng Index: A market capitalization-weighted index of the largest companies traded on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

These indices serve as barometers of their respective economies and sectors, allowing investors to gauge overall market performance and make strategic investment decisions based on broader market trends.

We offer indices like the Germany 40, which compiles the largest German stocks, and the US 500, listing the most-capitalised US stocks. Traders often choose indices because of their potential for diversified risk compared to single stocks. Indices also offer the potential for volatility, although volatile market conditions can mean pronounced losses as well as profits.

Dividends will be accrued to clients who hold positions on indices.

A dividend is a distribution of a portion of a company's earnings to its shareholders. It is typically paid out in cash, although dividends can also be distributed in the form of additional shares of stock or other property.
Companies that generate profits may choose to distribute a portion of these earnings to shareholders as dividends as a way to reward them for investing in the company. Dividends are usually paid on a regular basis, such as quarterly or annually, and the amount distributed per share is determined by the company's board of directors.
Investors often view dividends as a source of passive income from their investments. Dividend-paying stocks are favored by income-oriented investors seeking regular cash flow along with potential capital appreciation.
It's important to note that not all companies pay dividends. Some companies, especially younger or growth-oriented firms, may reinvest their profits back into the business rather than distributing them to shareholders. Thus, dividend payments can vary widely among different types of companies.

An index typically reflects the weighted average share price of several underlying stocks trading on the same exchange, therefore if one of these stocks declares a dividend payment then the underlying share price will decrease by the dividend value and the index will also decrease by the equivalent weighted average value of the same dividend on the ex-dividend date. Clients that hold positions on indices will receive or pay the equivalent weighted average value of the same dividend on the ex-dividend date.