Index Trading with Axis Capital

Indexes are a powerful way to gain exposure to entire economies and industries through a single trade. At Axis Capital, we give traders access to the world’s most influential indices, including the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, DAX 40, FTSE 100, Dow Jones, and more.

Whether you are hedging existing exposure, speculating on macroeconomic trends, or seeking long-term capital growth, trading index CFDs (Contracts for Difference) allows you to trade the movement of an entire market without owning any physical stocks. It’s efficient, diversified, and suitable for both new and advanced traders.

What Are Indexes?

An index represents a basket of selected stocks from a particular country, industry, or economic sector. For example, the S&P 500 includes 500 of the largest U.S. companies, while the DAX 40 represents the 40 top-performing German firms. Instead of trading dozens of individual shares, indexes allow you to speculate on the performance of an entire market in one click.

Why Trade Index CFDs?

Live Global Index Chart

Index Performance This Week

🇺🇸 S&P 500
+2.4% weekly
🇺🇸 NASDAQ 100
+3.1% weekly
🇩🇪 DAX 40
+1.9% weekly
🇬🇧 FTSE 100
+1.3% weekly
🇯🇵 Nikkei 225
+1.7% weekly

Index CFDs vs Stocks

Index CFDs

  • Trade entire markets with one position
  • Less exposure to single-company risks
  • Perfect for macro strategies and market timing
  • Use leverage to maximize capital efficiency

Stocks

  • Company-specific investment opportunities
  • Greater volatility and potential gains
  • Best for news-based or earnings trades
  • More control over industry exposure

Why Trade Indexes With Axis Capital?

Whether you’re looking to diversify your exposure or take advantage of market trends, Axis Capital is your trusted partner for global index trading.

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