CAC 40

The CAC 40 is the benchmark stock market index of France, representing the 40 largest publicly traded companies listed on the Euronext Paris exchange. It covers diverse sectors including banking, energy, luxury goods, and technology. The index is weighted by market capitalization and is widely used to gauge the performance of the French economy and European markets. Major companies in the CAC 40 include LVMH, TotalEnergies, and BNP Paribas. Its composition is reviewed quarterly to ensure it reflects the most influential and liquid stocks on the Paris exchange.