DAX (Deutscher Aktienindex)

The DAX (Deutscher Aktienindex) is a stock market index that tracks the performance of the 40 largest publicly traded companies in Germany, representing key sectors of the economy. It functions as a benchmark indicating how these major firms are doing financially, reflecting overall economic health. Investors and analysts use the DAX to gauge market trends, make investment decisions, and compare company performance. Essentially, it provides a snapshot of Germany’s corporate landscape and economic vitality through the collective movement of its leading companies' stock prices.