FTSE Global Equity Index Series (FTSE GEIS)

Our Global Equity Index Series gives you unparalleled coverage of global equity markets from large cap to micro-cap, across developed and emerging markets.

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  1. Overview
  2. Index performance
  3. Key resources
  4. Why GEIS?
  5. Research and Insights
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FTSE GEIS gives you unparalleled coverage across the global equity universe

The FTSE Global Equity Index Series (FTSE GEIS) provides a robust global equity index framework with the versatility to tailor to your investment view. The series includes over 19,000 large, mid, small and micro-cap securities across 49 developed and emerging markets globally, with a wide range of modular indices available to target specific markets and market segments.

FTSE Russell offers a consistent and flexible capping methodology to help investors meet concentration and diversification requirements. Learn about the Capping Methodology applied to FTSE GEIS.

FTSE Global Sector Indices are based on the Industry Classification Benchmark (ICB) and offer a flexible, modular range of benchmarks spanning 11 Industries, 20 Supersectors, 45 Sectors and 173 Subsectors.

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Index performance

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Index announcements

Stay up-to-date and read the latest index change notices and announcements.

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Why FTSE GEIS?

FTSE GEIS embodies FTSE Russell’s philosophy that indices should be positioned from “the investor’s view,” reflecting not only how the investor sees the world, but also the objectives and investment criteria they define.

Inclusive perspective

FTSE GEIS reflects an inclusive approach that is enriched by the insight of industry and market experts around the world. Our presence in local markets presents opportunities to work directly with investors and apply this collective perspective to index innovation.

Universal taxonomy

By defining markets and securities on the basis of quantifiable, measurable attributes, FTSE GEIS delivers an unbiased representation of global equity markets and a reliable way for investors to gain targeted exposure to market opportunities.

FTSE Russell's unique four tiered country classification structure provides a clear view of the global equity market landscape.

Rules-based flexibility

FTSE GEIS is constructed through a transparent, rules-based methodology that includes the versatility required to meet diverse investor needs.

Research and Insights

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Indices and benchmarks made clear

We provide an introduction to the purposes indices and benchmarks can serve and share some important attributes to consider when selecting an index or benchmark.

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Market Dynamics

How can we help you navigate changing marked dynamics?
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Research

Equity Factor Insights - April 2025

Value outperforms and Momentum stalls amid diverging global equity returns

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Global Wealth Research

Our quarterly Global Wealth Research report explores key investment themes from global macro and financial market changes, impacting multi-asset portfolios.

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Russell US Indexes Spotlight – April 2025

Large caps and Value outperform during Q1 amid a broad pullback in US equities

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