Indices News

ETFs have become an established way to access a broad mix of markets within a single trade. They combine the flexibility of shares with the diversification of funds, making them a commonly used instrument among both retail and institutional traders.

Since mid-October, the S&P has fallen around 4%, while the Nasdaq has declined about 5%. There are many reasons for this, and various paths that have led us here over the past month.

The German DAX 40 is facing renewed downside pressure as investors grow increasingly worried about the outlook of the global economy

Global equities end the week on a negative note as investors struggle to find a balance between hopes of a soft landing and expectations of future rate cuts

Japan’s stock market provides access to established and internationally recognised companies that remain competitive across technology, consumer goods and manufacturing.

Switzerland is recognised for its stable economy, political neutrality and well-established financial sector, making it a key player in global markets.

Stocks and indices each play a central role in financial markets, but they offer different ways to access and interpret market performance. This article explains how both operate, the factors that influence their movements, and what traders may take into account when comparing individual shares with broader market indices.

Explore how the FTSE 100 and UK property markets compare over time, including performance trends, risks and diversification insights.

Global stocks trade higher as optimism around the possible end of the US government shutdown improves sentiment, alongside greater odds of rate cuts from the Federal Reserve

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate