Stock Indices Trading on Quotex
Available Indices
| Index | Region | Payout (peak) | Trading Hours (UTC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | US (large cap) | 85% | 13:30 – 20:00 Mon-Fri |
| Nasdaq 100 | US (tech) | 85% | 13:30 – 20:00 Mon-Fri |
| Dow Jones 30 | US (industrial) | 82% | 13:30 – 20:00 Mon-Fri |
| DAX 40 | Germany | 82% | 07:00 – 15:30 Mon-Fri |
| FTSE 100 | UK | 80% | 08:00 – 16:30 Mon-Fri |
| Nikkei 225 | Japan | 78% | 00:00 – 06:00 Mon-Fri |
| Hang Seng | Hong Kong | 75% | 01:30 – 08:00 Mon-Fri |
Which Index for Beginners?
S&P 500 is the recommended starter — highest liquidity, most analyzed, payout 85%, hours align with US/European traders. DAX is good for European traders during their business day. Nikkei 225 is the most beginner-friendly Asian index, particularly for Asia-Pacific traders.
Index Trading Hours
Each index trades during its underlying exchange hours. US indices (S&P, Nasdaq, Dow): 13:30-20:00 UTC. European indices (DAX, FTSE): 07:00-16:30 UTC. Asian indices: 00:00-08:00 UTC. Outside hours, the index is unavailable on Quotex. Note: futures markets sometimes extend trading hours, but Quotex displays cash-index hours.
What Moves Index Prices
Macro economic data (GDP, employment, CPI), central bank decisions (Fed, ECB, BoE), earnings reports (US indices especially sensitive to Apple, Microsoft, Amazon earnings), geopolitical events (war, trade disputes), and central bank communications. Avoid placing trades 5 minutes before/after major news releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Best index for beginners?
S&P 500 — most liquid, longest analysis history, payout 85%, hours align with US/EU.
Can I trade indices on weekends?
No — standard indices follow exchange hours (Mon-Fri). Use OTC synthetic versions for 24/7.
What's the difference between cash index and futures?
Cash indices reflect spot value during exchange hours. Futures trade longer (almost 24-hour). Quotex offers cash-index hours.
Which index reacts most to Fed decisions?
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 — both US indices respond immediately to Fed rate decisions and FOMC statements.
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