Trade the pulse of entire markets
Indices are a measurement of the price performance of a group of shares on an exchange. There are three types of stock market indices: global, regional and national. The S&P 500 (SPX), Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) and Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) are among the world's largest, based on the market capitalisation of their constituents.
Instead of analysing a single company, index trading lets you take a position on the direction of a whole market or sector in one instrument — a powerful way to express a macro view or hedge your broader portfolio.
With AIMS you can go long or short on global benchmarks through MetaTrader 5, backed by deep liquidity, transparent pricing and ultra-low-latency execution.
Why trade global indices with AIMS?
Our aim is to help our traders succeed by providing an exceptional trading experience.
Fast Execution
Orders fill at speed with deep tier-1 liquidity, so you capture the price you intend to trade.
No Dealing Desk
Your orders reach the market directly, with no intervention, no conflict of interest and no re-quotes.
0.048s Average Execution
Ultra-low-latency routing means lightning-fast order execution even in fast-moving markets.
Most Competitive Spreads
Best-of-market pricing drawn from top-tier liquidity providers keeps your trading costs low.
All Trading Strategies Enabled
Scalping, hedging, news trading and expert advisors are all welcome — trade your way.
Go Long or Short
Take a view in either direction — profit from rising or falling markets and hedge your broader portfolio with ease.
Benchmarks from around the world
US Indices
S&P 500 (SPX) · Dow Jones (DJI) · Nasdaq 100 · Russell 2000
European Indices
DAX 30 · FTSE 100 · CAC 40 · EURO STOXX 50
Asia-Pacific Indices
Nikkei 225 · Hang Seng · ASX 200 · Nifty 50
Special Indices
VIX (Volatility) · USDX (US Dollar Index)
Two benchmarks worth knowing
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX)
The VIX tracks the market's expectations of changes in the S&P 500. It can form part of a trading strategy as it signals whether the S&P 500 — and the stock market in general — may reverse its current trend. When the VIX hits highs, it is often seen as a time to buy the market; when it makes lows, it is read as a bullish signal.
US Dollar Index (USDX)
The USDX measures the value of the US Dollar against six global currencies: the euro, Swiss franc, Japanese yen, Canadian dollar, British pound and Swedish krona. A rising USDX means the dollar is likely rallying against most other currencies. It also has known relationships with commodities like gold and oil — dollar weakness is generally accompanied by rising commodity prices, and vice versa.
Three steps to start trading
Open an account
Register your live AIMS account in minutes and complete a quick, secure verification.
Fund securely
Deposit using your preferred method, with funds held in segregated client accounts.
Trade the benchmarks
Go long or short on the world's leading indices directly inside MetaTrader 5 across desktop, web and mobile.
Global indices, explained
An index measures the price performance of a group of shares on an exchange. There are three types of stock market indices: global, regional and national. The S&P 500 (SPX), Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) and Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) are among the world's largest, based on the market capitalisation of their constituents.
AIMS offers a wide range of global benchmarks including the S&P 500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, DAX, FTSE 100, Nikkei 225 and Hang Seng, as well as special indices such as the VIX and USDX.
Yes. Index CFDs let you go long if you expect a benchmark to rise, or short if you expect it to fall — making indices a flexible way to express a view or hedge your broader portfolio.
Sessions vary by index. For example, the VIX trades 16:30–23:00 and the USDX trades 03:00–24:00. Equity indices follow their underlying market hours with seasonal Daylight Saving adjustments.
Trade the world's leading benchmarks
Open an account and go long or short on the VIX, USDX, S&P 500, DAX and many more through MetaTrader 5.