Global Special Sector Indices: Finance, Energy, Commodities, FX, Bitcoin & Volatility
This page provides structured data on global sector and financial indices across multiple asset classes. It is designed for investors, analysts, and researchers who need a consolidated view of sector-level performance beyond traditional equity benchmarks.
The dataset includes indices covering financials, energy, commodities, real estate, currencies (FX), volatility, shipping, and technology sectors. Metrics displayed include:
- Index level (quote)
- Absolute price change
- Percentage change
These indicators are commonly used to monitor short-term market movements, cross-sector performance, and global macroeconomic trends.
| *Special Sector Indices* | ||||
| Index | Quote | Change | Change% | Local |
| Bitcoin Real-Time | 65998.1 | -1507.48 | -2.23% | 14:04 |
| US Dollar | 99.53 | 0.32 | 0.32% | 13:24 |
| Euro Index | 115.99 | -0.33 | -0.28% | 14:04 |
| GB Pound | 134.17 | -0.49 | -0.36% | 14:04 |
| Japanese Yen | 62.48 | -0.06 | -0.09% | 14:04 |
| Aus. Dollar | 71.33 | -0.45 | -0.63% | 14:04 |
| Swiss Franc | 126.2 | -0.79 | -0.62% | 14:04 |
| SCFI | 2218.15 | 77.49 | 3.62% | 05/25 |
| Baltic Dry | 3124 | -81 | -2.53% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Capesize | 5253 | -206 | -3.77% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Panamax | 2290 | -31 | -1.34% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Supramax | 1583 | 6 | 0.38% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Handysize | 855 | 1 | 0.12% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Clean Tanker | 1367 | -31 | -2.22% | 06/03 |
| Baltic Dirty Tanker | 2086 | 8 | 0.38% | 06/03 |
| VIX | 16.16 | 0.39 | 2.47% | 13:49 |
| VXD | 15.6 | 0.62 | 4.14% | 13:35 |
| VXN | 24.27 | 1 | 4.30% | 13:35 |
| NBI BioTech | 5788.565 | 87.72 | 1.54% | 13:51 |
| AMEX BioTech | 7665.98 | 194.7 | 2.61% | 14:04 |
| Tran Avg | 21492.59 | 22.45 | 0.10% | 14:04 |
| Airlines | 68.38 | -1.62 | -2.31% | 14:04 |
| Comp. Tech | 18924.14 | -215.54 | -1.13% | 14:04 |
| Disk Drives | 2893 | 93.92 | 3.36% | 14:04 |
| Hardware | 9080.59 | -11.68 | -0.13% | 14:04 |
| *Special Sector Indices* | ||||
| Index | Quote | Change | Change% | Local |
| NYSE Finance | 13979.728 | -113.74 | -0.81% | 13:36 |
| NASDAQ Banks | 169.85 | -1.81 | -1.05% | 13:44 |
| NASDAQ Insurance | 13642.8 | -108.15 | -0.79% | 13:44 |
| Broker Dealer | 1058.14 | -11.37 | -1.06% | 13:44 |
| EPRA/NA. AU | 907.04 | 1.65 | 0.18% | 19:13 |
| EPRA/NA. JP | 3633.94 | -4.5 | -0.12% | 06/03 |
| TSE REIT | 1729.96 | 10.78 | 0.63% | 15:30 |
| HK Property | 17508.99 | 275.29 | 1.60% | 06/16 |
| EPRA ex UK | 2229.92 | -21.78 | -0.97% | 4:50 |
| EPRA EU | 2606.42 | 8.55 | 0.33% | 15:32 |
| REITs | 434.52 | 2.6 | 0.60% | 13:44 |
| *Special Sector Indices* | ||||
| Index | Quote | Change | Change% | Local |
| CRB | 388.98 | 0 | 0.00% | 06/02 |
| Rogers Comm | 5648.02 | 5.01 | 0.09% | 19:55 |
| Rogers Metals | 5500.64 | -17.67 | -0.32% | 19:55 |
| Rogers Energy | 752.81 | 3.43 | 0.46% | 19:54 |
| Rogers Agri. | 1372.43 | -0.69 | -0.05% | 18:22 |
| S&P GSCI | 308.95 | 0.47 | 0.15% | 15:41 |
| S&P GSCI ENGY | 360.1989 | 0.59 | 0.16% | 13:51 |
| GSCI Prec Metal | 448.3787 | -5.9 | -1.30% | 13:45 |
| GSCI Ind Metal | 288.4492 | -4.6 | -1.57% | 13:14 |
| GSCI Energy | 150.37 | 0.09 | 0.06% | 15:41 |
| S&P GSCI Agri | 35.79801 | -0.63 | -1.72% | 13:51 |
| GSCI livestock | 160.9 | 1.73 | 1.09% | 15:41 |
| AMEX Energy | 1234.07 | 21.44 | 1.77% | 13:51 |
| NYSE Energy | 18756.123 | 210.29 | 1.13% | 13:36 |
| AMEX Oil | 2623.15 | 46.49 | 1.80% | 14:04 |
| Oil Services | 102.474 | 0.03 | 0.03% | 13:50 |
| Basic Material | 512.77 | -3.32 | -0.64% | 13:51 |
| US Mining | 240.88 | -3.62 | -1.48% | 13:51 |
| US Water | 2599.35 | 12.96 | 0.50% | 13:50 |
| WH Clean Energy | 96.138 | -3.19 | -3.21% | 13:36 |
| Ardour Global | 1353.69 | -2.44 | -0.18% | 17:04 |
| Natural Gas | 838.89 | 5.35 | 0.64% | 14:04 |
| FTSE ET50 | 463.35 | -0.2 | -0.04% | 21:30 |
| Util Avg | 1102.86 | 1.54 | 0.14% | 14:04 |
Scope of Coverage
Unlike traditional stock indices, global sector indices track specific industries or asset classes. This provides a more granular view of economic activity, capital flows, and sector rotation.
Covered categories include:
- Financials (banking, insurance, brokerage)
- Energy and natural resources
- Commodities (metals, agriculture, livestock)
- Real estate (REITs)
- Foreign exchange (FX indices)
- Volatility indices
- Shipping and freight markets
- Technology and industrial sectors
Financial & Banking Indices
Financial sector indices track the performance of institutions involved in lending, capital markets, and asset management.
Common benchmarks include:
- Banking indices (commercial and investment banks)
- Insurance sector indices
- Broker-dealer and financial services indices
These indices are often used to assess credit conditions, interest rate sensitivity, and overall financial system stability.
Real Estate & REIT Indices
Real estate indices measure listed property companies and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) across major regions.
Examples of coverage:
- North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific REIT markets
- Country-specific property indices (e.g., Japan, Hong Kong, Australia)
These indices are influenced by interest rates, rental yields, and commercial property demand.
Energy & Commodity Indices
Energy and commodity indices track price movements across raw materials and natural resources.
Major segments include:
- Energy (oil, natural gas, oil services)
- Precious metals (gold, silver)
- Industrial metals (copper, aluminum)
- Agriculture and livestock
These indices are widely used as indicators of inflation trends, supply-demand imbalances, and global industrial activity.
Agriculture & Raw Materials
Agricultural and materials indices reflect global production cycles and commodity demand.
They typically include:
- Food commodities (grains, livestock)
- Industrial inputs (metals, raw materials)
These benchmarks are sensitive to weather patterns, geopolitical factors, and global consumption trends.
Foreign Exchange (FX) Indices
Currency indices measure the relative strength of major global currencies.
Common examples include:
- US Dollar Index
- Euro Index
- British Pound Index
- Japanese Yen Index
- Australian Dollar Index
- Swiss Franc Index
FX indices are key tools for analyzing capital flows, trade balances, and macroeconomic stability.
Shipping & Trade Indices
Shipping indices track freight rates and maritime transport activity, offering insight into global trade conditions.
Key segments include:
- Container freight indices
- Dry bulk shipping (e.g., Capesize, Panamax)
- Tanker markets (clean and dirty tankers)
These are often considered leading indicators of global economic demand and supply chain activity.
Volatility Indices
Volatility indices measure expected market fluctuations based on options pricing.
Commonly tracked indicators include:
- Broad market volatility indices
- Technology-focused volatility measures
- Blue-chip volatility benchmarks
They are widely used to gauge market sentiment, risk perception, and investor uncertainty.
Technology & Industry Sector Indices
Sector-specific indices also cover high-growth and cyclical industries such as:
- Biotechnology and healthcare innovation
- Transportation and airlines
- Technology hardware and infrastructure
These indices reflect innovation cycles, consumer demand, and industrial expansion.
Why These Indices Matter
Global sector indices provide important insights that complement traditional equity benchmarks. They are commonly used to:
- Monitor macroeconomic and sector-specific trends
- Assess inflationary pressures and commodity cycles
- Evaluate financial system stability
- Track global risk sentiment and volatility
- Identify sector rotation and diversification opportunities
Because they span multiple asset classes, they offer a broader perspective on the global financial system.
Limitations of Sector Index Data
While sector indices are useful analytical tools, users should be aware of their limitations:
- They do not represent the full market (only selected components)
- Weighting methodologies may bias large constituents
- Data may be delayed depending on the source
- Short-term movements may not reflect long-term trends
Index data should be used alongside other financial and economic indicators.
Conclusion
Global sector and financial indices provide a comprehensive framework for analyzing market behavior across industries and asset classes. By tracking areas such as finance, energy, commodities, currencies, shipping, and volatility, users can better understand the underlying drivers of the global economy.
Disclaimer
This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice.
Market data, including index levels, price changes, and percentage movements, may be delayed and is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or timely.
Users should verify all information באמצעות official data providers or financial institutions before making investment decisions. The publisher assumes no responsibility for any losses resulting from the use of this information.
