Global Equity Indexes

Global equity indexes translate stock-market performance into benchmark series used for allocation, comparison, products, and market commentary.

This section groups major regional indexes, FTSE and UK index terms, European benchmarks, Asia-Pacific benchmarks, global MSCI-style indexes, and specialized U.S. or style indexes.

In this section

• Asia-Pacific and Emerging Equity Indexes
  S&P BSE Sensex, Hang Seng, KOSPI, Nifty 50, Nikkei 225, S&P/ASX 200, and TOPIX terms.
  • Hang Seng Index: A Leading Benchmark for Hong Kong's Stock Market
    The Hang Seng Index (HSI) is an arithmetically weighted index that tracks the performance of selected stocks on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It serves as a vital indicator of the overall market performance in Hong Kong.
  • Korean Composite Stock Price Indexes (KOSPI): Meaning, History, and Significance
    A comprehensive guide on Korean Composite Stock Price Indexes (KOSPI), covering their meaning, historical development, significance in the financial markets, and practical applications.
  • Nifty 50: Premier Stock Index of NSE
    An in-depth look into the Nifty 50, the premier stock index of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India, representing the performance of the top 50 major companies listed.
  • Nikkei 225: A Leading Japanese Stock Market Index
    The Nikkei 225 is a stock market index for the Tokyo Stock Exchange, tracking 225 prominent publicly owned companies in Japan.
  • S&P BSE Sensex Index: A Comprehensive Guide to India's Benchmark Stock Index
    An in-depth exploration of the S&P BSE Sensex Index, its history, components, and significance for the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Learn about how the index is calculated, its impact on investors, and its role in the Indian stock market.
  • S&P/ASX 200: An Overview of Australia's Leading Stock Market Index
    The S&P/ASX 200 is a stock market index that comprises the top 200 companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). It is one of the primary indicators of the Australian stock market's performance.
  • TOPIX: Comprehensive Overview of the Tokyo Stock Price Index
    Detailed information about TOPIX, a major Japanese stock market index, including its definition, components, calculation method, and historical significance.
• European Equity Indexes
  CAC 40, DAX, Eurofirst 300, IBEX 35, Swiss Market Index, and WIG index terms.
  • CAC-40: Capitalization-Weighted Index of 40 Major Shares on Paris Bourse
    An overview of the CAC-40, a capitalization-weighted price index of the 40 most actively traded shares on the Paris Bourse. This entry explores its structure, significance, historical context, and comparisons with other indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA).
  • DAX: An Index Representing 30 Major Companies on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange
    The DAX, or Deutscher Aktienindex, is a stock market index that represents 30 of the largest and most liquid companies on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
  • EUROFIRST 300 INDEX: An Overview of the European Equity Benchmark
    The EUROFIRST 300 INDEX, also known as the FTSEurofirst 300, is a stock market index of the 300 largest companies by market capitalization in Europe, providing a comprehensive measure of European equity market performance.
  • IBEX 35: The Benchmark Stock Market Index for the Madrid Stock Exchange
    The IBEX 35 is the benchmark stock market index for the Madrid Stock Exchange, representing the performance of the top 35 companies listed on this exchange.
  • Swiss Market Index (SMI): The Leading Stock Index of the SIX Swiss Exchange
    An in-depth look at the Swiss Market Index (SMI), including its historical context, structure, key events, importance, and more.
  • WIG Index: Warsaw Stock Exchange Index Overview
    Comprehensive coverage of the Warsaw Stock Exchange Index (WIG), including its historical context, significance, categories, key events, formulas, and examples.
• Global, U.S., and Style Equity Indexes
  EAFE, MSCI Emerging Markets, MSCI World, NYSE Composite, OEX, KBW Bank Index, and high-beta index terms.
  • EAFE Index: Comprehensive Definition, Included Countries, and Benchmarking Uses
    An in-depth exploration of the MSCI EAFE Index, including its definition, the countries included, and its application as a prominent benchmark for major international equity markets in Europe, Australasia, and the Far East.
  • High Beta Index: Understanding Volatility and Market Performance
    Explore the concept of High Beta Index, focusing on its characteristics, use cases, and the well-known S&P 500 High Beta Index. Learn how it signifies higher volatility and its implications on investment strategies.
  • KBW Bank Index: Meaning, Overview, and Historical Context
    A comprehensive examination of the KBW Bank Index, its significance in the banking sector, its components, and historical evolution.
  • MSCI Emerging Markets Index: Overview and Investment Guide
    Comprehensive overview and investment guide to the MSCI Emerging Markets Index, created by Morgan Stanley Capital International, to measure performance in emerging markets.
  • MSCI World Index: Global Equity Benchmark
    The MSCI World Index is a global equity benchmark that represents large- and mid-cap equity performance across 23 developed markets, providing a comprehensive snapshot of global economic performance.
  • New York Stock Exchange Composite Index: Market-Value-Weighted Price Index
    A comprehensive overview of the New York Stock Exchange Composite Index, including its definition, components, calculation, historical context, and significance.
  • OEX: Standard & Poor's 100 Stock Index
    Standard & Poor’s 100 stock index, known as OEX, is an American stock market index comprised of 100 leading U.S. stocks with options traded on various exchanges.
• UK and FTSE Indexes
  FTSE, FTSE 100, Financial Times Actuaries indexes, and London-market benchmark terms.
  • Financial Times Actuaries All-Share Index: Comprehensive Stock Market Indicator
    An in-depth exploration of the Financial Times Actuaries All-Share Index, covering its historical context, significance, components, calculations, and impact on the financial market.
  • Financial Times Actuaries Share Indexes: A Comprehensive Overview
    An in-depth look at the Financial Times Actuaries Share Indexes, their historical context, types, key events, formulas, and their significance in the financial world.
  • Financial Times Industrial Ordinary Share Index: Overview and Significance
    An in-depth look at the Financial Times Industrial Ordinary Share Index, including its historical context, types, key events, models, and its importance in the financial world.
  • Financial Times Share Indexes: Understanding Major Market Benchmarks
    Explore the comprehensive world of Financial Times Share Indexes, including historical context, types, key events, models, and their importance in finance.
  • Financial Times Stock Exchange Group (FTSE): Comprehensive Overview and Key Insights
    A meticulous exploration of the Financial Times Stock Exchange Group (FTSE), its role in global financial markets, various indices, historical significance, and application in finance.
  • FTSE 100: The Financial Times Stock Exchange Index
    An in-depth analysis of the FTSE 100 index, popularly known as FOOTSIE, covering its components, significance, and role in financial markets.
  • FTSE: A Series of Stock Market Indices
    A detailed exploration of FTSE indices, particularly FTSE 100, which represent the performance of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).