Is the ASX 200 a good barometer of the Australian Stock Market?

Summary: The ASX 200 is an excellent barometer of the Australian Stock Market. By using just a simple filter, you can avoid investing during high-risk conditions or potential portfolio-cracking Bear Markets. View the ASX 200 chart from six different timeframes ranging from Intraday (20mins delayed) to the long-term 5 year chart.

How do chartists use the ASX 200?

Chartists use a graph of the ASX 200 to establish a “feel” for the Australian economy and base their share transaction decisions accordingly. Well-known stock market authors like Daryl Guppy and Alan Hull use a “filter” on the index to determine whether the current stock market climate is suitable for investing.

How do I buy ASX 200 (aus200)?

Double-click on ASX 200 (AUS200) from the “Market Watch” to open an order for this instrument.