Trade Index CFDs

What is Index CFD Trading?

Index CFD trading lets you speculate on the price of stock market indices—such as the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, DAX 40, FTSE 100—without owning any individual shares. You can go long or short and potentially benefit from both rising and falling markets. Cash Index CFDs are adjusted for dividends and certain corporate actions. When constituents pay dividends, long positions may receive credits (net of any applicable withholding), and short positions may be debited. Adjustments are typically applied around the ex-dividend date to reflect fair value. Dividend adjustments are calculated according to each index’s methodology and the weight of the dividend-paying constituents. Timing may vary; check market hours and your platform notices for specifics. Some indices reinvest dividends at the methodology level; in such cases, dividend cash adjustments may not apply. Always refer to the contract specifications in your platform.