The Australia 200 index
The Australia 200 is a tradeable index market with Capital.com. It enables you to take a position on the top 200 companies – by market capitalisation – listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, using CFDs or spread betting.
The Australia 200, also known as the AU200, is a stock market index that measures the performance of the 200 largest stocks listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), providing a comprehensive overview of Australia's corporate sector and overall economic health. Introduced in April 2000, it serves as a benchmark for the Australian equity market.
The Australia 200 is calculated based on market capitalisation, and companies included must meet specific liquidity and size criteria. Top companies in the Australia 200 encompass a range of industries, including banking giants like Commonwealth Bank of Australia, natural resource firms such as BHP, and healthcare leaders including CSL Limited.
For traders and investors, the Australia 200 index offers insights into the Australian market's trends. Its diverse composition makes it a useful tool for assessing the economic climate across different sectors. Traders can track the index's movements through various means, including Australia 200 charts and futures, offering valuable data for trading strategies.
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