Market Index

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A market index tracks the performance of a specific group of securities. Major indices include the S&P 500 (large-cap US stocks), Nasdaq Composite (tech-heavy), Dow Jones Industrial Average (30 blue-chips), and Russell 2000 (small-cap). Indices serve as benchmarks for investment performance and as the basis for index funds.

Related Terms

Benchmark Index Fund S&P 500

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