Indices CFD trading
Trade 30+ global stock market indices including the S&P 500, FTSE 100 and Hang Seng Index with Singapore's leading CFD platform.
Why trade indices CFDs with IG
Singapore's No.1 platform¹
Established CFD provider with 20+ years experience. Regulated in Singapore.
Competitive spreads
Spreads from 0.4 points on major indices. No commission on most CFDs.
30+ global indices
30+ global indices including US, European and Asian markets available.
Mobile-first trading
Award-winning mobile app. Full trading functionality on iOS and Android.
Live indices price chart
Monitor live indices prices and market movements in real-time. Track popular indices including the S&P 500, FTSE 100 and Singapore Blue Chip with up-to-the-minute data.
- Popular indices
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Most popular indices to trade
US indices
S&P 500 (US 500) - America's leading index tracking 500 large companies including Apple, Microsoft and Amazon. Reflects the health of the US economy and is popular with both new and experienced traders.
NASDAQ 100 (US Tech 100) - Technology-focused index including major tech companies. Known for higher volatility, making it attractive for active traders seeking price movements.
Dow Jones (Wall Street) - 30 blue-chip American companies representing established industry leaders across different sectors.
European indices
FTSE 100 (UK 100) - Top 100 UK companies by market capitalisation including British Petroleum, Shell and Vodafone. Popular for European market exposure.
DAX (Germany 40) - Germany's premier stock index tracking major German companies. Strong correlation with European economic performance.
CAC 40 (France 40) - Leading French companies providing exposure to the French economy and European markets.
Asian indices
Hang Seng Index - Hong Kong's benchmark index tracking major Chinese and Hong Kong companies. Gateway to Asian market exposure.
Singapore STI - Singapore's key stock market indicator tracking the top 30 companies by market capitalisation on the Singapore Exchange.
ASX 200 - Australia's top 200 companies providing exposure to the Australian economy and commodities sector.
Nikkei 225 - Japan's leading stock index tracking major Japanese companies across various industries.
Trade stock market indices without owning assets. Leverage flexible positions.
Access global markets with leverage. Trade rising and falling prices.
Choose your index, set position size, then execute trades easily.
Understanding different types of indices
Market cap weighted indices
Most popular indices like the S&P 500 and FTSE 100 are market cap weighted, meaning larger companies have more influence on the index movement. This is the most common weighting method used by major global indices.
Price weighted indices
The Dow Jones is price weighted, where higher-priced stocks have more impact regardless of company size. This means a stock trading at $200 has twice the influence of a stock trading at $100.
Sector indices
Technology indices like NASDAQ 100 focus on specific sectors, while broad market indices provide diversified exposure across multiple industries. Sector indices can be more volatile but offer targeted exposure.
Regional indices
Asian indices like Singapore STI and Hang Seng Index provide regional market exposure. These indices reflect the economic performance of specific geographic regions and can offer diversification benefits.
Common indices trading strategies
Trend following
Trade with major market movements using technical analysis to identify direction. Popular approach for indices due to their strong trending behaviour.
Range trading
Trade within established support and resistance levels during consolidation periods. Effective when indices trade within defined ranges.
News-based trading
React to economic announcements, central bank decisions and earnings seasons that impact entire markets.
Risk management
Use position sizing, stop losses and diversification to manage risk when trading volatile indices markets.
Costs of trading indices CFDs with IG
Spread costs and fees
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Competitive spreads from 0.4 points on major indices
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Built into buy and sell prices with transparent pricing
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No commission on most indices CFDs
Overnight funding costs
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Low overnight funding rates for positions held overnight
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Varies by index and position size with competitive rates
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Clear pricing with no hidden fees
Currency conversion fee
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Automatic currency conversion at competitive rates
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Singapore dollar rates available for local traders
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Applied only when trading in different currencies
Stop-loss orders costs
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Optional guaranteed stops for risk management
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Small premium charged but refunded if not triggered
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Peace of mind for volatile market conditions
Trade indices CFDs on these platforms
- IG Online platform
- IG Mobile app
- MetaTrader 4
Professional web platform with advanced charting. Singapore's choice for indices CFD trading with lightning-fast execution and comprehensive analysis tools.
Award-winning mobile app trusted by Singapore traders. Trade indices anywhere, anytime with full platform functionality on iOS and Android.
Advanced automated trading with expert advisors. Perfect for professional indices strategies with custom indicators and algorithmic trading capabilities.
Latest indices news and analysis
FAQs about indices trading in Singapore
What are the most popular indices to trade?
The S&P 500, FTSE 100 and NASDAQ 100 are the most popular indices to trade due to their high liquidity and regular price movements. Singapore traders often prefer regional indices like the Hang Seng Index and Singapore STI for Asian market exposure.
Can I trade indices CFDs 24 hours?
Yes, IG Singapore offers 24-hour indices CFD trading from 23:02 Sunday to 22:15 Friday (London time). This allows you to trade indices outside traditional market hours, though spreads may be wider during off-market periods.
What's the difference between indices and individual stocks?
Indices track the performance of multiple companies, providing natural diversification and exposure to entire markets rather than individual company risk. This makes indices CFDs typically less volatile than single stock CFDs.
What's the minimum trade size for indices CFDs?
Minimum transaction sizes usually start from one contract. You can check the specific minimum trade size for each index in the platform's market information section, with flexible position sizing available.
How do I choose which indices to trade?
Consider factors like trading hours that match your schedule, volatility levels, economic regions you understand, and how indices correlate with your existing positions. Major liquid indices like the S&P 500 and FTSE 100 are popular with beginners.
Are indices CFDs suitable for beginners?
Indices CFDs can be more suitable than individual stocks due to built-in diversification, but CFDs are leveraged products that can result in losses exceeding your deposit. Always start with a demo account to practice before trading with real money.
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