Trade SPX500, the CFD symbol for the S&P 500, on Defcofx with a spread of just 1 point, zero commission, no swap fees, leverage up to 1:200 and no maximum lot size restriction. Access the world’s benchmark US equity index on MetaTrader 5.
SPX500 tracks the S&P 500, the definitive benchmark for the US stock market. It covers 500 major US-listed companies across technology, financials, healthcare, energy, industrials, consumer sectors and more.
Trade one CFD linked to roughly 80% of total US equity market capitalisation.
The S&P 500 is the primary benchmark for global risk-on and risk-off market sentiment.
Go long or short on the S&P 500 without buying individual US stocks.
Trade the S&P 500 on MT5 with just 1 point spread, zero commission, no swap fees and leverage up to 1:200.
Trade the S&P 500 index CFD with the tightest spread on the Defcofx platform, zero commission, no swap fees and flexible position sizing on MT5.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Instrument | SPX500 – S&P 500 |
| Underlying Index | S&P 500 Index |
| Exchange | NYSE / NASDAQ |
| Index Manager | S&P Dow Jones Indices |
| Currency | US Dollar (USD) |
| Average Spread | 1 point |
| Commission | $0 |
| Minimum Lot Size | 0.01 |
| Maximum Lot Size | No Limit |
| Leverage | Up to 1:200 |
| Swap Fees | None |
| Platform | MetaTrader 5 |
| Trading Hours | Mon–Fri, 1:30 PM–8:00 PM GMT |
With the S&P 500 typically trading in the thousands of points, a 1-point spread is extremely tight. Zero commission and no swap fees make SPX500 one of Defcofx’s most cost-efficient instruments.
Trading SPX500 as a CFD means you speculate on whether the aggregate value of 500 major US-listed companies will rise or fall. You do not buy any individual company shares.
Open a buy position when you expect Fed easing, strong earnings, positive data or risk-on flows to lift US equities.
Open a sell position when you expect Fed tightening, weak earnings, recession risk or risk-off sentiment.
SPX500 includes technology, finance, healthcare, energy, industrials, staples, utilities and more.
The S&P 500 is used by institutional fund managers, financial media and macro traders as the main reference point for US and global equity market performance.
SPX500 is driven by Fed policy, S&P 500 earnings, NFP, CPI, PCE, GDP, financial-sector performance, trade policy, energy prices, Treasury yields and global risk sentiment.
Rate cuts can support SPX500, while rate hikes can pressure valuations and borrowing costs.
Aggregate S&P 500 earnings growth is a major medium-term index driver.
NFP affects the US growth outlook and Fed rate expectations.
CPI and PCE influence Fed expectations and can move SPX500 quickly.
Strong GDP supports earnings, while recession signals can pressure the index.
Banks and financials give SPX500 exposure that NAS100 does not have.
Rising yields can compress equity valuations; falling yields can support stocks.
SPX500 is the world’s main equity risk-on and risk-off benchmark.
SPX500 follows NYSE and NASDAQ regular market hours, with key US data and Fed events often released around the US trading session.
Monday to Friday, 1:30 PM to 8:00 PM GMT, corresponding to 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET.
NFP, CPI and PCE are often released at 1:30 PM GMT and can trigger immediate volatility.
FOMC decisions are typically released at 6:00 PM GMT and can move SPX500 sharply.
SPX500 gives broader US market exposure with lower volatility and the tightest spread, while NAS100 is more concentrated in technology and growth stocks.
| Scenario | Best Index | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| You expect a Fed rate cut | Both | Rate cuts can support both, while NAS100 may move more. |
| You have an AI or tech view | NAS100 | Higher technology concentration amplifies tech moves. |
| You want broad US exposure | SPX500 | 500 companies across all sectors provide a more balanced view. |
| You want the tightest spread | SPX500 | 1 point spread compared with 3 points on NAS100. |
| You want lower daily volatility | SPX500 | Broader diversification can dampen swings. |
SPX500 supports Fed policy cycle trading, high-impact data strategies, earnings season positioning, support and resistance trading, trend following and risk-barometer analysis.
Buy dips during easing cycles and manage exposure during tightening cycles.
CPI, NFP, PCE and GDP releases can create fast directional moves.
Broad earnings beats or misses can drive medium-term SPX500 trends.
Moving averages and pullbacks can help identify trend continuation opportunities.
Access SPX500 on MT5 with 1 point spread, zero commission, no swap fees and leverage up to 1:200.
SPX500 at 1 point spread is exceptional value and the tightest spread available across the Defcofx platform.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbol | SPX500 |
| Spread | 1 point |
| Commission | Zero commission |
| Swap Fees | None |
| Leverage | Up to 1:200 |
| Minimum Lot | 0.01 |
| Maximum Lot | No limit |
| Platform | MetaTrader 5 |
| Welcome Bonus | 40% bonus on first deposit of $1,000+ |
| Withdrawals | Processed within 4 business hours, including weekends |
| Access | Live and demo accounts, all countries accepted |
First-time depositors on Defcofx receive a 40% bonus on deposits of $1,000 or more. Available globally. Terms and conditions apply.
SPX500 can move sharply around FOMC decisions, CPI, NFP, PCE, earnings season, Treasury yield shifts, credit stress and geopolitical shocks.
SPX500 can move quickly during major data, Fed and geopolitical events.
Plan position size so adverse moves match your account risk tolerance.
FOMC, CPI, NFP, PCE and earnings season are key event risks.
SPX500 includes banks, so yield curves, credit spreads and bank earnings matter.
The S&P 500 has a strong long-run upward trend, but it can experience severe bear markets during recessions, credit stress or aggressive Fed tightening cycles. Risk management is essential.
SPX500 is popular because it combines broad US equity exposure, strong liquidity, global benchmark status, tight pricing and clear macro drivers.
SPX500 tracks 500 major US-listed companies across all sectors.
SPX500 has the tightest spread listed among Defcofx instruments.
SPX500 is widely used as the main barometer of global equity risk sentiment.
Quick answers for traders reviewing SPX500 CFD conditions, spread, leverage, trading hours and account access on Defcofx.
SPX500 is the CFD symbol for the S&P 500 index on Defcofx, tracking 500 major US-listed companies across all sectors.
The average spread on SPX500 at Defcofx is 1 index point, with zero commission and no swap fees.
Yes. SPX500 is the CFD product tracking the S&P 500 index.
SPX500 is broader and more diversified, while NAS100 is more concentrated in technology and growth companies.
Yes. As a CFD, you can open a sell position on SPX500 if you expect the S&P 500 to decline.
Defcofx offers leverage up to 1:200 on SPX500. High leverage increases both potential gains and losses.
Open a live or demo account, log into MetaTrader 5, search for SPX500 in Market Watch and place your trade.
SPX500 offers exposure to the world’s benchmark equity index with broad US market coverage, strong liquidity, Fed sensitivity and global risk-sentiment relevance. Trade SPX500 on Defcofx with 1 point spread, zero commission, no swap fees, leverage up to 1:200, no maximum lot size and MT5 execution.