Risk Warning: CFDs and spread bets are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage.
Approximately 80% of retail client accounts lose money when trading in CFDs and spread bets.
You should consider whether you understand how CFDs and spread bets work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

Are index futures considered a type of derivative?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

Yes, index futures are considered a type of derivative.

Am I allowed to exit or sell index futures before expiry?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

Yes, you can close a position before expiry.

How are indices defined in trading?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

An index is a collection of shares representing a market or sector. Trading indices gives exposure to a full market segment without buying individual shares.

Which are the top 5 indices that traders follow?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, NASDAQ, FTSE 100, DAX 40.

What are the steps to start trading indices?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

Submit an application for a trading account. Once approved, search for indices on the platform and execute trades via web, desktop or mobile.

Which stock market indices are the most popular for trading?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

S&P 500, Dow, NASDAQ, FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40, Hang Seng and Nikkei 225.

What exactly are commodities, and how can I trade them?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

Commodities are physical goods like oil, gold, wheat, and copper that are traded on exchanges or OTC. You can trade them on our offering using financial derivatives called CFDs and spread bets via our web, desktop or mobile platform.

How can I test a new commodity trading strategy?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

We offer demo accounts and access to historical prices so you can test strategies without risking real money.

What is the current size of global gold reserves?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

Approximately 36,000 metric tons, according to the World Gold Council.

How does commodity trading function?

Lunaro Trading Team
14/02/2026

We offer commodities via CFDs or Spreadbets. These OTC derivatives use leverage and roll daily.