Publication date: October 28, 2024
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The AEX Index is the leading stock index in the Netherlands, reflecting the performance of the 25 largest and most traded companies on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange. Understanding the composition of the AEX index is crucial for investors seeking to understand the Dutch economy and stock market dynamics.
Why is the composition of the AEX index important?
The composition of the AEX Index is of great importance to investors for several reasons:
- Market indicator: The AEX index acts as an important indicator of the health of the Dutch economy. Changes in the index can provide clues about economic trends and corporate performance.
- Diversification: By investing in the AEX index, investors have the opportunity to benefit from a wide spread across different sectors and companies, which can reduce risk.
- Accessibility: The AEX Index makes it easy for investors to access the largest and most successful companies in the Netherlands through exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or index funds.
| Company | Sector | Weigh | More to know? |
| ABN Amro Bank NV | Bank | 0.76% | Read here |
| Adyen NV | Technology | 3.53% | Read here |
| Aegon NV | Insurance | 0.84% | Read here |
| Akzo Nobel NV | Chemicals | 1.04% | Read here |
| ArcelorMittal SA | Basic Materials | 1.17% | Read here |
| ASM International NV | Technology | 3.59% | Read here |
| ASML Holding NV | Technology | 15.31% | Read here |
| ASR Netherlands NV | Insurance | 0.71% | Read here |
| BE Semiconductor Industries NV | Technology | 1.29% | Read here |
| DSM-Firmenich AG | Chemistry | 2.86% | Read here |
| Exor NV | Investment Company | 1.11% | Read here |
| Heineken NV | Consumer Products | 2.86% | Read here |
| IMCD NV | Chemicals | 0.79% | Read here |
| ING Group NV | Bank | 5.70% | Read here |
| Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize NV | Retail | 2.82% | Read here |
| KPN Koninklijke NV | Telecom | 1.52% | Read here |
| NN Group NV | Insurance | 1.26% | Read here |
| Philips Koninklijke NV | Technology | 1.97% | Read here |
| Prosus NV | Technology | 5.23% | Read here |
| Randstad NV | Employment agency | 0.49% | Read here |
| Relx PLC | Media and Publishing | 8.69% | Read here |
| Shell PLC | Energy | 15.70% | Read here |
| Unilever PLC | Consumer Products | 14.51% | Read here |
| Universal Music Group NV | Media | 2.17% | Read here |
| Wolters Kluwer NV | Media and Publishing | 4.13% | Read here |
The AEX movements as of June 28, 2024. Movements vary daily due to market movements and index adjustments. Consult official sources for up-to-date data.
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Shares are eligible for inclusion in the AEX index if they are among the 25 largest funds on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, ranked by the market capitalization of their freely tradable shares. The AEX is a market-capitalization-weighted index, in which a fund's weight must be no more than 15% to avoid dominance by a single company, such as ASML.
The index is reviewed annually and quarterly, with an interim review on the first day of trading in September to fill open positions. The weight of each fund is determined as a percentage of the total index value, helping to ensure a representative reflection of the Dutch stock market.
Disclaimer: Investing involves risks. Our analysts are not financial advisors. Always consult an advisor when making financial decisions. The information and tips provided on this website are based on our analysts' insights and experiences. Therefore, they are for educational purposes only.