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Canadian Dollar Index - CAD Index
Canadian Dollar Index Investing
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PCIInstrument : &CAD_Index
Canadian Dollar Index Description
The Canadian Dollar Index (CAD Index) demonstrates the connection between the Canadian dollar (CAD) and other prominent currencies. Given that the CAD is classified as a commodity currency, its value is notably influenced by commodity prices. Additionally, a crucial factor is its extensive trading partnership with the United States. This relationship becomes evident upon closer examination.
In cases where trade volumes diminish due to various reasons, there could be adverse implications for CAD exchange rates and the CAD index.
The CAD Index is a useful tool for tracking the performance of the Canadian dollar and for analyzing trends in the foreign exchange market. It is a reliable indicator of the value of the Canadian dollar and is a transparent and liquid index.
Advantages and Key Points of CAD Index
- The CAD Index is a weighted average of the exchange rates of the Canadian dollar against six major currencies: the euro (EUR), US dollar (USD), British pound (GBP), Australian dollar (AUD), Swiss franc (CHF), and Japanese yen (JPY).
- The weights of the currencies in the index are determined by their relative importance in trade and investment between Canada and other countries.
- The CAD Index is a reliable indicator of the value of the Canadian dollar and is calculated using a consistent methodology.
- The CAD Index is also a transparent index, with the methodology for calculating it being publicly available.
- Additionally, the CAD Index is a liquid index, with there being a lot of trading activity in it. This makes it easy to buy or sell CAD Index contracts.
- The CAD Index can be used to track the performance of the Canadian dollar and to analyze trends in the foreign exchange market.
- The CAD Index can also be used to make informed trading decisions.
- Changes in interest rates: When interest rates in Canada rise, the CAD Index tends to appreciate. This is because investors are more likely to invest in Canadian assets when interest rates are higher.
- Changes in economic growth: When the Canadian economy is growing strongly, the CAD Index tends to appreciate. This is because investors are more likely to invest in Canadian assets when the economy is doing well.
- Changes in commodity prices: Canada is a major exporter of commodities, so changes in commodity prices can have a significant impact on the CAD Index. When commodity prices rise, the CAD Index tends to appreciate.
- Political events: Political events in Canada or other countries can also affect the CAD Index. For example, if there is a political crisis in Canada, the CAD Index could decline.
Structure
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Structure
&CAD_Index | № | Asset | Volume / 1 PCI | Percentage | Volume (USD) / 1 PCI | Unit of measurеment |
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Base part | 1 | CAD | 1005.9120 | 80.000 | 800.0000 | CAD |
Quoted part | 1 | AUD | 251.214 | 19.5500 | 195.5000 | AUD |
2 | CHF | 179.694 | 19.5500 | 195.5000 | CHF | |
3 | EUR | 164.354 | 18.6400 | 186.4000 | EUR | |
4 | GBP | 129.535 | 19.5500 | 195.5000 | GBP | |
5 | JPY | 23031.924 | 19.5300 | 195.3000 | JPY | |
6 | USD | 31.800 | 3.1800 | 31.8000 | USD |
Parameters
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The value of 1 pip in USD for the Vol |
Trading hours
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