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Indices Trading

Participate in the world's largest stock markets by trading indices with Optima Broker.

One important way to assess the performance of a diversified group of shares listed on an exchange is through the use of indices. Index trading does not have a tangible asset as its foundation for trade like other asset classes do. As a result, using financial derivatives, specifically Contracts for Difference (CFDs), to trade indexes becomes commonplace.

CFDs give traders flexibility and accessibility in the ever-changing world of financial markets by allowing them to bet on index price movements without actually owning the underlying assets. This method offers chances to profit from market trends and volatility in a diverse and calculated way in addition to facilitating effective trading.

Why We Are The Best

Why Trade Indices with us?

Our commitment to competitive pricing.

Trade confidently in volatile markets with our fixed pricing and price improver guarantee, offering enhanced value and stability. This dual assurance ensures your trades are supported by a commitment to fair and advantageous pricing.

A widely regarded leader.

With authorization and strict regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), we uphold the highest standards, ensuring the confidence and assurance you need for your financial activities. Our proven track record underscores our commitment to maintaining a secure and trustworthy environment.

Adaptable trading choices.

Personalize your trading by selecting the contract type that suits you. Whether cash or futures, our platform offers versatile options in global index markets. With the freedom to choose, tailor a trading strategy to match your risk tolerance, investment goals, and market outlook.

Specifications for Global Indices

Frequently asked questions

Indices show how a subset of stocks have performed in terms of price on a particular stock market or exchange. With just one trade, index trading provides an opportunity to become exposed to a sector, an industry, or the whole economy. Without having to hold the underlying asset, you can trade CFDs and take positions on indices whose prices are rising or falling. Additionally, an extremely liquid trading market is offered by indices, and a larger range of possible market possibilities is made possible by their longer trading hours.
Trading indices can be executed through different instruments like futures, options contracts, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), or CFDs. Once you've identified the specific stock index for trading, it's crucial to develop a well-defined and effective trading strategy before initiating a position. Utilizing technical and fundamental analysis can aid in identifying opportune moments to enter and exit your position.

There are several ways to trade indices, each having pros and cons of its own, including futures, options, spread betting, and CFDs. To find the approach that best suits your preferences, you must do extensive study.

For example, spread betting with City Index offers a tax-free way to trade more than 40 key international indexes. However, trading index options gives you access to more sophisticated methods like strangles and straddles.

With a City Index account, you may spread bet on indices and index options in addition to trading CFDs. Create a trading account right now.

Are you ready to get started?

Ensure you are well-prepared and equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools to embark on your trading journey. Familiarize yourself with the specifications for global indices, including details about index composition, calculation methodology, trading hours, and contract sizes.

Step 1: Sign Up

Fill out our application, then have your profile verified.

Step 2: Fund Your Account

Finance your trading account using a diverse selection of deposit methods.

Step 3: Start Trading

Take advantage of spreads as little as 0.0 when trading and have access to over 1,000 CFD instruments.