Access global stock markets
Companies, Industries and International Markets
Stock markets connect publicly listed companies with market participants around the world.
CFD First provides access to available stocks from selected global companies across different industries and international markets.
Stock prices can change in response to company performance, financial results, economic conditions, industry developments and changing market sentiment.
What is stock trading?
Understanding Stocks
Stock trading involves buying and selling shares of publicly listed companies based on changes in their market value. Prices can rise or fall as new information enters the market and expectations change.
Shares
A unit of ownership in a company made available through a stock exchange.
Share Price
The market value of a company's stock at a particular time, shaped by supply, demand and expectations.
Stock Exchange
A regulated marketplace where shares of publicly listed companies are bought and sold.
Market Capitalisation
The total market value of a company's outstanding shares, commonly used to describe its size.
Explore global markets
Regions and Market Sectors
US Stocks
Companies across technology, finance, healthcare, consumer services and industrials.
European Stocks
Available companies across selected European markets and industries.
Asian Stocks
Available companies across selected Asian markets and major economic regions.
Other Global Stocks
Additional selected companies across international markets.
Explore Different Sectors
- Technology: software, hardware, semiconductors and digital services
- Financial Services: banking, insurance and payments
- Consumer: products and services for global consumers
- Healthcare: pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical technology
- Energy: production, distribution and related industries
- Industrials: manufacturing, transportation and infrastructure
Why trade stocks with CFD First?
Global Companies in One Environment
Global Stock Access
Explore available stocks from selected companies worldwide.
Multiple Industries
Access companies across diverse sectors and industries.
International Exposure
Explore opportunities across different regions and economies.
Web & Mobile
Stay connected through supported trading environments.
Clear Information
Access relevant information about stocks and conditions.
Market Knowledge
Follow company, industry and economic developments.
What moves stock prices?
Company and Market Drivers
Company Earnings
Revenue, profitability and results can change expectations about performance.
Announcements
Products, acquisitions, partnerships and management changes can move prices.
Industry Developments
Competition, regulation, technology and demand can affect a sector.
Economic Conditions
Growth, inflation, employment and consumer activity can influence businesses.
Interest Rates
Rates can affect borrowing costs, activity, valuations and sentiment.
Market Sentiment
Confidence and expectations can move individual stocks and markets.
Understanding company earnings
Financial Results and Market Expectations
Revenue
Income generated through a company's business activities.
Profitability
A company's ability to generate profit from its operations.
Earnings Per Share
Company earnings relative to its outstanding shares.
Company Guidance
Management expectations for future business and financial performance.
Growth Expectations
Expectations around future revenue, profitability and expansion.
Volatility
Earnings, economic data, rates, industry news and global events can create large movements.
Stock prices can move significantly when reported results or future guidance differ from market expectations. Volatility varies considerably between companies, sectors and market environments.
Key Stock Market Terms
Stock / Share
A security, or individual unit, representing ownership in a publicly listed company.
Dividend
A distribution a company may make to eligible shareholders from earnings or reserves.
Bull Market
A term commonly used for a period of generally rising prices.
Bear Market
A term commonly used for a period of generally declining prices.
Before you trade
Important Risk Information
Stock markets involve risk, and prices can rise or fall in response to company performance, economic developments, industry conditions and changing market sentiment.
Market conditions can change rapidly, and past market performance does not guarantee future results. Clients should understand the characteristics, applicable conditions and risks associated with the products they trade.
Market information and educational content are provided for general informational purposes and do not guarantee future market performance.