Why the JPN225?
The JPN225 (Nikkei 225) is a benchmark index tracking the top publicly traded companies in Japan. It’s a favorite among CFD traders due to:
High
liquidity and volatility
Strong
correlation with Asian market sentiment
Opportunities
for short-term and swing trading
Benefits of trading Index CFDs with Pepperstone
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What is index trading and how to trade major indices？
Index trading involves speculating on the price movements of a group of stocks represented by a market index (like the S&P 500 or FTSE 100), without owning the underlying assets.
Traders often use Contracts for Difference (CFDs) to trade indices. This allows them to profit from both rising and falling markets by taking long or short positions.
Index trading with leverage can amplify both gains and losses. It’s crucial to manage risk through tools like stop-loss orders and to understand the potential for rapid market movements.
Common strategies include scalping (very short-term trades), day trading (positions opened and closed within the same day), and position trading (long-term holding based on broader trends).
Indices provide a snapshot of market sectors or economies, making them useful for diversification and gauging overall market sentiment.
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^99.62%. Fill rates are based on all trades data between 01/07/2024 and 30/09/2024