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AAII's Guide to Top Web Sites

Market Index Statistics

Market indexes keep investors abreast of the performance of various industries and sectors. They are also commonly used as benchmarks with which to compare the performance of securities, portfolios or funds. Indexes also provide an idea as to the volatility of specific industries and sectors. The top sites provide comprehensive data on well-known indexes, including current and historical performance, composition and fundamental characteristics.