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Stock index

A calculated number that tracks the combined performance of a group of shares, such as the S&P 500 or the DAX. You cannot buy an index directly, but funds, futures and CFDs can follow it.

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A calculated number that tracks the combined performance of a group of shares, such as the S&P 500 or the DAX. You cannot buy an index directly, but funds, futures and CFDs can follow it.

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