How do I find stock market indexes?

Factiva: Use for current and historical quotes for common market indexes. In the top navigation menu, hover over Companies/Markets and select Quotes. Use the Select Instrument drop-down menu to select Common Market Indexes. Then select an index from the list provided. 


Mergent Online: Browse and search for index constituents using the Basic search or Advanced search tools. 


Capital IQ (available in the Business Library):

  • Search for an index using the search box at the top of the screen. 
  • Use the Screening tool. Select Indices under the "Equity Details" heading and choose one or more index to see constituents 

ft.com: Select Visit Markets Data in the top right corner. See major Equity Indexes by geographic region. 


Bloomberg (available in the Business Library):

  1. Choose INDEX, press GO, then click Equity under Markets
  2. Type WEI for a list of major indexes worldwide
  3. Type EMEQ for a list of emerging market indexes (Drill down from the initial screen to see complete lists)

WRDS: (Available to faculty, graduate students, and staff). Choose CRSP, then Indices


You can also check the following websites:


For constituent lists see our FAQ entry: How do I find constituent lists for stock indices? 


If you require further assistance, please contact the Business library

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