Euronext Amsterdam - Stocks

Founded in the early 17th century, Euronext Amsterdam is one of the oldest stock exchanges in the world. The Dutch branch of the Euronext group, Euronext Amsterdam offers retail and professional investors access to a wide range of Dutch and international companies. The AEX-Index is the flagship index of Euronext Amsterdam, comprising the 25 largest Dutch companies in terms of market capitalisation and liquidity. In addition to the AEX-Index, the AMX-Index (Midkap Index) and the AScX-Index (Smallcap Index) are also key indices, representing mid-cap and small-cap companies respectively. Companies listed on Euronext Amsterdam cover a range of sectors, from finance and technology to manufacturing and consumer goods; a diversity designed to reflect the economic dynamics of the Netherlands. Shares listed on Euronext Amsterdam are used for a variety of investment strategies, from long-term holding to short-term trading. Driven by its parent company, Euronext Amsterdam is at the forefront of financial product innovation, offering investors around the world responsible products such as green bonds (bonds specifically designed to finance or refinance projects or activities that have a positive impact on the environment). This market is regulated by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), guaranteeing high standards of transparency and security for investors.