The main stock market index in the United States (US500) decreased 176 points or 2.99% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from United States. United States Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

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The main stock market index in Japan (JP225) decreased 2147 points or 5.38% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Japan. Japan Stock Market Index (JP225) - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

The value of the DJIA index amounted to 43,191.24 at the end of March 2025, up from 21,917.16 at the end of March 2020. Global panic about the coronavirus epidemic caused the drop in March 2020, which was the worst drop since the collapse of Lehman Brothers in 2008. Dow Jones Industrial Average index – additional information The Dow Jones Industrial Average index is a price-weighted average of 30 of the largest American publicly traded companies on New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ, and includes companies like Goldman Sachs, IBM and Walt Disney. This index is considered to be a barometer of the state of the American economy. DJIA index was created in 1986 by Charles Dow. Along with the NASDAQ 100 and S&P 500 indices, it is amongst the most well-known and used stock indexes in the world. The year that the 2018 financial crisis unfolded was one of the worst years of the Dow. It was also in 2008 that some of the largest ever recorded losses of the Dow Jones Index based on single-day points were registered. On September 29th of 2008, for instance, the Dow had a loss of 106.85 points, one of the largest single-day losses of all times. The best years in the history of the index still are 1915, when the index value increased by 81.66 percent in one year, and 1933, year when the index registered a growth of 63.74 percent.

The main stock market index in China (SHANGHAI) increased 22 points or 0.66% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from China. China Shanghai Composite Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

In 2023, the leading equity index futures and options contract traded worldwide based on volume was Bank Nifty Index Options, traded on the National Stock Exchange of India. Over the year a total of 39 billion Bank Nifty Index Options contracts were traded - over 16 million more than second-placed CNX Nifty Index Options, also traded on the National Stock Exchange of India.

Trade Index: Export: Quantum data was reported at 117.281 Prev Year=100 in Dec 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 111.600 Prev Year=100 for Nov 2024. Trade Index: Export: Quantum data is updated monthly, averaging 108.400 Prev Year=100 from Jan 2005 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 239 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 244.600 Prev Year=100 in Feb 2021 and a record low of 76.086 Prev Year=100 in Feb 2019. Trade Index: Export: Quantum data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Administration of Customs. The data is categorized under Global Database’s China – Table CN.JE: Trade Index: YoY. According to the Customs: 'Since 2020, the Customs will no longer release separate trade data for January and February.' Data in February are the cumulative figures of January and February.

At the end of February 2025, the DAX index reached 22,551.43 points, marking its highest level since January 2015. Moreover, this also reflected a strong recovery from the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, having risen from 9,935.84 points at the end of March 2020 and surpassing its pre-pandemic level of approximately 13,249.01 points at the end of December 2019. Origin and composition of the DAX Index The DAX (Deutscher Aktienindex) is the most important German stock index, showing the value trends of the 40 largest companies by market capitalization listed on the Frankfurt stock exchange. The DAX index was introduced on July 1, 1988 and is a continuation of the Börsen-Zeitung Index, established in 1959. The count among their number some of the most recognizable companies in the world, such as carmakers Volkswagen and Daimler, sportswear brand adidas, and industrial giants Siemens and BASF. After the DAX, the 50 next-largest German companies are included in the midcap MDAX index, while the 70 next-largest small and medium-sized German companies (ranked from 91 to 160) are included in the SDAX index. The Frankfurt Stock Exchange All the companies included in the DAX family of indices are traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Dating back to 1585, the Frankfurt Stock Exchange is considered to be the oldest exchange in the world. It is the twelfth largest stock exchange in the world in terms of market capitalization, and accounts for around 90 percent of all equity trading in Germany. Two main trading venues comprise the Frankfurt Stock Exchange: the Börse Frankfurt is a traditional trading floor; while the Xetra is an electronic trading system which accounts for the vast majority of trading volume on Frankfurt Stock Exchange. As of December 2023, the total market capitalization of all companies listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange was around two trillion euros.

In 2024, stock markets in the United States accounted for roughly 60 percent of world stocks. The next largest country by stock market share was Japan, followed by the United Kingdom. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ are the largest stock exchange operators worldwide. What is a stock exchange? The first modern publicly traded company was the Dutch East Industry Company, which sold shares to the general public to fund expeditions to Asia. Since then, groups of companies have formed exchanges in which brokers and dealers can come together and make transactions in one space. Stock market indices group companies trading on a given exchange, giving an idea of how they evolve in real time. Appeal of stock ownership Over half of adults in the United States are investing money in the stock market. Stocks are an attractive investment because the possible return is higher than offered by other financial instruments.

United States Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data was reported at 104.655 2015=100 in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 100.000 2015=100 for 2020. United States Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data is updated yearly, averaging 100.042 2015=100 from Dec 1980 (Median) to 2021, with 42 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 105.128 2015=100 in 1995 and a record low of 91.765 2015=100 in 1985. United States Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Trade Index. Net barter terms of trade index is calculated as the percentage ratio of the export unit value indexes to the import unit value indexes, measured relative to the base year 2000. Unit value indexes are based on data reported by countries that demonstrate consistency under UNCTAD quality controls, supplemented by UNCTAD's estimates using the previous year’s trade values at the Standard International Trade Classification three-digit level as weights. To improve data coverage, especially for the latest periods, UNCTAD constructs a set of average prices indexes at the three-digit product classification of the Standard International Trade Classification revision 3 using UNCTAD’s Commodity Price Statistics, international and national sources, and UNCTAD secretariat estimates and calculates unit value indexes at the country level using the current year's trade values as weights.;United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Handbook of Statistics and data files, and International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics.;;

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As of January 2025, the SSE Composite Index had closed at 3,250.6 points. The index reflects the performance of all stocks traded on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, including both boards, the main board, and the Star market. SSE still number one In the greater Chinese region, the stock exchange in Shanghai was the largest, beating the bourses in Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. In 2023, the Shanghai Stock Exchange recorded a market capitalization of over 6.5 trillion. Not only market capitalization was a unique attribute, but the Shanghai Stock Exchange was also home to the most valuable stock in mainland China, which was the baijiu producer Moutai Kweichow. Limited access Despite its size, the exchange in Shanghai only grants limited access to overseas investors. The bourse listed A-shares and B-shares. While A-shares are denominated in yuan and almost exclusively available for domestic traders, the prices of B-shares are in U.S. dollars and available for overseas investors as well. In addition, the bourse offers access to foreign investors through a trading accreditation which is supervised by the Chinese authorities. However, these tight controls are the reason why Hong Kong, despite its lower relative market capitalization, remains an important gateway to capital for mainland Chinese companies.

The main stock market index in Russia (MOEX) increased 264 points or 9.16% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Russia. Russia Stock Market Index MOEX CFD - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

The main stock market index in Sweden (Stockholm) increased 140 points or 5.65% since the beginning of 2025, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks this benchmark index from Sweden. Sweden Stock Market Index - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on March of 2025.

Russia Export Value Index data was reported at 144.638 2015=100 in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 97.644 2015=100 for 2020. Russia Export Value Index data is updated yearly, averaging 88.909 2015=100 from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2021, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 155.017 2015=100 in 2012 and a record low of 21.804 2015=100 in 1998. Russia Export Value Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Russian Federation – Table RU.World Bank.WDI: Trade Index. Export values are the current value of exports (f.o.b.) converted to U.S. dollars and expressed as a percentage of the average for the base period (2015). UNCTAD's export value indexes are reported for most economies.;United Nations Conference on Trade and Development;;

Mexico MX: Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data was reported at 100.695 2000=100 in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 98.632 2000=100 for 2016. Mexico MX: Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data is updated yearly, averaging 103.271 2000=100 from Dec 1980 (Median) to 2017, with 38 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 306.557 2000=100 in 1981 and a record low of 90.323 2000=100 in 1989. Mexico MX: Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.World Bank.WDI: Trade Index. Net barter terms of trade index is calculated as the percentage ratio of the export unit value indexes to the import unit value indexes, measured relative to the base year 2000. Unit value indexes are based on data reported by countries that demonstrate consistency under UNCTAD quality controls, supplemented by UNCTAD's estimates using the previous year’s trade values at the Standard International Trade Classification three-digit level as weights. To improve data coverage, especially for the latest periods, UNCTAD constructs a set of average prices indexes at the three-digit product classification of the Standard International Trade Classification revision 3 using UNCTAD’s Commodity Price Statistics, international and national sources, and UNCTAD secretariat estimates and calculates unit value indexes at the country level using the current year's trade values as weights.; ; United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Handbook of Statistics and data files, and International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics.; ;

China Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data was reported at 90.223 2015=100 in 2021. This records a decrease from the previous number of 98.502 2015=100 for 2020. China Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data is updated yearly, averaging 99.160 2015=100 from Dec 1980 (Median) to 2021, with 42 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 127.497 2015=100 in 1981 and a record low of 83.821 2015=100 in 2011. China Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s China – Table CN.World Bank.WDI: Trade Index. Net barter terms of trade index is calculated as the percentage ratio of the export unit value indexes to the import unit value indexes, measured relative to the base year 2015.;United Nations Conference on Trade and Development;;

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Mexico Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data was reported at 96.788 2015=100 in 2021. This records a decrease from the previous number of 96.842 2015=100 for 2020. Mexico Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data is updated yearly, averaging 108.040 2015=100 from Dec 1980 (Median) to 2021, with 42 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 327.680 2015=100 in 1981 and a record low of 93.929 2015=100 in 2016. Mexico Net Barter Terms of Trade Index data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Mexico – Table MX.World Bank.WDI: Trade Index. Net barter terms of trade index is calculated as the percentage ratio of the export unit value indexes to the import unit value indexes, measured relative to the base year 2000. Unit value indexes are based on data reported by countries that demonstrate consistency under UNCTAD quality controls, supplemented by UNCTAD's estimates using the previous year’s trade values at the Standard International Trade Classification three-digit level as weights. To improve data coverage, especially for the latest periods, UNCTAD constructs a set of average prices indexes at the three-digit product classification of the Standard International Trade Classification revision 3 using UNCTAD’s Commodity Price Statistics, international and national sources, and UNCTAD secretariat estimates and calculates unit value indexes at the country level using the current year's trade values as weights.;United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Handbook of Statistics and data files, and International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics.;;

In December 2023, the China Maritime Silk Road Trade Index (STI) showed that the import and export trade indices to countries along the 'Belt and Road' project were 230.73 and 289.16 points, respectively. The STI 'Belt and Road' export index increased by about 5.35 percent over the previous month and 1.66 percent over the same period of the previous year. In addition, the STI 'Belt and Road' import index grew by 3.25 percent over the previous month and dropped by 0.35 percent year-on-year.