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Stock exchanges and indices

From AEX to Wall Street

When you invest through ABN AMRO, you invest in listed shares. These are shares that are traded on the stock market. But what is a stock market exactly, and how does it differ from an index?

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What are stock exchanges and indices?

A stock market, or stock exchange, is a place where shares and other financial products are traded. Euronext Amsterdam is a good example.

An index is a type of measuring tool that tracks the performance of a group of shares. The AEX index, for example, shows how the 25 largest and most widely traded companies on the Amsterdam stock exchange are doing. If the AEX goes up, most of these 25 companies will be doing well. If an index undergoes a sharp rise or fall, it’s usually a reflection of what’s going on in the economy.

Follow the stock markets

The best way to decide whether to buy, keep or sell shares is to stay up to date with the news about the stock markets. This will also give you a better idea of which shares or sectors to invest in. In our Investment Outlook, you can read our experts' views on economic developments and how they relate to equities, bonds and commodities. We publish a new update each month.

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Investing involves risks

Investing involves risks. You could lose (some of) the money you invested. If you are going to invest, it is important that you are aware of this. Invest with money you can spare. Read more about the risks associated with investments.

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