What is the SBF 250?

The SBF 250 (an abbreviation of the Société des Bourses Françaises) is a French equity index. The index covers all aspects of the French economy, from science and technology to transport and energy, and is calculated and run by NYSE Euronext Paris. The index was launched on 28 December 1990.

Where have you heard about the SBF 250?

If you are familiar with the French stock market – particularly the Paris Stock Exchange – operate a business in France or have ever invested in a company that operates out of France, there is a chance you’ll know about the SBF 250. The index has been prominent for over 25 years.

What you need to know about the SBF 250.

The SBF 250 was launched with a base of 1,000 points, and throughout its operation it has calculated its standings twice a day; once in the opening and once at closing. The index featured the most successful 250 companies on the CAC All Shares index – an index which included every company that is listed on the Paris Stock Exchange. However, the CAC All Shares index was replaced by the CAC All-Tradable index in March 2011, and the SBF 250 now takes its listings from there. Among the 250 companies listed are all of the companies listed on the SBF 120.