Indices represent the overall performance of a group of company stocks within a specific market. On Doto, you can trade indices through CFDs, allowing you to speculate on market movements without owning the underlying assets.
Indices
Indices involve trading the combined performance of multiple companies grouped into one instrument. Maximum leverage on indices is up to 200x.
📌 Examples of popular indices:
S&P 500 (US500) – Represents 500 of the largest companies in the United States.
NASDAQ 100 (US100) – Focuses on major technology companies such as Apple, Microsoft, and Tesla.
DAX 40 (DE40) – Tracks 40 leading companies in Germany.
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💡 Indices are ideal for traders interested in market-wide performance rather than individual stocks.
How to trade indices?
Select an index you want to trade
Doto offers a variety of global indices, allowing you to choose the one that aligns with your trading plan and market outlook.
📊Index trading strategies
Index trading can be approached in different ways depending on your timeframe, risk level, and market expectations:
📈 Intraday trading – Taking advantage of short-term volatility during active market hours.
📉Swing trading – Holding positions for several days to follow medium-term market trends.
Each strategy can be adjusted based on market conditions and the level of volatility in the index you choose.
🌍 Factors affecting index prices
Index movements are influenced by several factors, including:
🌍 Economic indicators – GDP, inflation, unemployment reports.
🏦 Monetary policy – Central bank decisions and interest rate changes.
📈 Company earnings – Quarterly results from major companies in the index.
⚠️ Geopolitical events – Elections, conflicts, or global policy shifts.
Using Doto’s analysis tools helps you stay informed and make more confident decisions.
🛑 Use risk-management tools
In Doto, you can trade indices with leverage, which means you can open larger positions with less capital. To reduce risk:
🛑 Stop Loss - Set a maximum loss level to protect your capital.
💰Take Profit - Set a profit target to automatically lock in profits.
Advantages of trading indices on Doto
✅Reduced individual risk – Since indices are based on multiple companies, price movements are not dependent on a single stock.
✅Short- and long-term trading opportunities – Suitable for different trading styles.
✅Driven by macroeconomic events – Interest rates, inflation, economic data, and geopolitical news can influence market behavior.
Index trading on Doto offers access to broad market movements and diversified opportunities across global sessions. With Doto’s analysis tools and risk-management features, you can respond to market changes effectively while managing your exposure responsibly.
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