What is the Nikkei 225?
The Nikkei 225 is the index average of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, one of the largest and most important exchanges in the world.
What is traded on the Nikkei 225?
First calculated in 1950, the Nikkei 225 includes some of the largest businesses in Japan, including Asia-Pacific corporations that want exposure to a large economy and investors in Japan.
Can investors profit from Nikkei 225 futures?
Yes, investors can profit from Nikkei 225 futures, but they must research these investments and carefully consider how current events in the Asia-Pacific region impact the index.