Homonym: indices (Indicators)
An index is a statistical measure that represents the value of a group of assets or data points. It is commonly used in finance to track the performance of a specific market or sector, such as the S&P 500 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average. These indices help investors gauge market trends and make informed decisions.
In addition to finance, indices can also refer to lists or catalogs that organize information for easy reference. For example, a book index lists topics and their corresponding page numbers, allowing readers to quickly find specific information. Indices serve as valuable tools in various fields for summarizing and simplifying complex data.