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EU Shares Trading

WHAT ARE EU SHARES?

EU shares represent portions of ownership in companies incorporated and operating within the member countries of the European Union (EU). Like other shares, these units of ownership collectively form what's commonly known as stocks.

The process of buying and selling these shares is referred to as stock trading. Through this activity, traders can venture into some of the most dynamic and prominent markets in Europe, trading stocks from pioneering companies across various industries such as technology, finance, manufacturing, and more.

Start trading popular UK and European share CFDs including Heineken (HEIA), LVMH (LVMH), Sanofi (SANOFI), L’oreal (OR), BNP Paribas (BNP), and more on Vantage.

WHY TRADE EU SHARES WITH VANTAGE?

  • EU SHARES

    ACCESSIBILITY TO
    POPULAR EU SHARES

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    Trade over 200+ European shares via CFDs on highly liquid global stock exchange markets.

  • EU SHARES

    Tight Spreads On
    Vantage Raw ECN Accounts

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    With competitive spreads from 0.0*, trade the world's most traded forex pairs at minimum cost.
    *Other fees may be applicable

  • EU SHARES

    TRADE
    ON THE GO

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    Buy and sell anytime. React swiftly to news on our trading platform and mobile app.

  • EU SHARES

    LOW & TRANSPARENT
    COSTS

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    Start trading with $0 deposit fees* with no hidden fees.
    *Other fees may be applicable

  • EU SHARES

    FREE EDUCATIONAL
    MATERIALS

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    Equip yourself with EU shares trading knowledge through free educational materials on our academy.

  • EU SHARES

    Trade Bull & Bear Markets

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    Flexibility to trade in both rising and falling EU shares markets.

  • EU SHARES

    Risk Management
    Tools

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    Vantage offers negative balance protection, price alerts and stop loss tools.

  • EU SHARES

    MT5 Account

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    Get access to EU shares markets with powerful MetaTrader 5 trading platforms.

HOW DOES EU SHARES TRADING WORK WITH VANTAGE?

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    Choose the trading account type that best aligns with your trading style

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    Open your trading account

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    Allocate funds to your newly created account

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    Analyse the shares markets to identify the trading opportunity among the various products available

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    Purchase the shares and monitor them

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    When the time is right, sell your shares to complete the trade

TOP 10 CURRENCY PAIRS

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ASML

ASML N.V.

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OR

L'oreal

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 TRADE

SAP

SAP

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 TRADE

CDI

Christian Dior SE

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 TRADE

PRX

Prosus NV

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 TRADE

SIE

Siemens AG

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 TRADE

UNA

Unilever N.V.

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 TRADE

AIR

Airbus Group

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ITX

Ind. De Diseno Textil (Inditex)

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 TRADE

SU

Schneider Electric SE

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 TRADE
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  • EU SHARES

    Best CFD
    Broker Global

    Grand Brands Magazine

  • EU SHARES

    Best Trade
    Execution

    Global Forex Awards

  • EU SHARES

    Best Professional
    Trading Platform

    Professional Trader Awards

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • 1

    How can I trade European stocks?

    You can start by setting up a trading account with Vantage. Then, fund your account using our range of convenient funding methods, all available without any deposit fees. Next, select your preferred EU shares and open a position. When you feel the time is right, close the position to complete your trade.

    If you’re completely new to trading shares, you can tap on our library of free educational materials to better understand the product and trading strategies.
  • 2

    Is there an EU stock exchange?

    Yes, there are several stock exchanges within the European Union (EU). Each member country typically has its own national stock exchange.

    Euronext stands out as one of the leading stock exchanges in Europe. It oversees markets in a number of major cities, including Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, and Lisbon. This makes it a crucial hub for European trading activity.

    Germany's trading activities are largely centred around Deutsche Börse, while Italy's main exchange is Borsa Italiana. Each of these exchanges plays a significant role in the broader European economic framework.

    It's important to note that while these exchanges operate within the EU, they each have their own rules and regulations for trading.
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    What is the largest EU stock?

    The largest EU stock, as measured by market capitalisation, is currently LVMH (EPA: MC). This stock is listed on the Euronext Paris exchange, one of Europe's leading stock markets.

    LVMH, an abbreviation for Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, is a distinguished French multinational corporation. It operates as a conglomerate and is globally renowned for its luxury goods.

    The origins of the company can be traced back to 1987 when the esteemed fashion brand Louis Vuitton merged with Moët Hennessy. Interestingly, Moët Hennessy itself is the result of a merger in 1971 between two famous entities: Moët & Chandon, a celebrated champagne producer, and Hennessy, a distinguished manufacturer of cognac.

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    How many EU markets are there?

    There are about 56 stock exchanges in the EU markets. These exchanges are integral parts of the countries' financial infrastructure, supporting trade and investment.

    Some of the most notable include the Euronext, Deutsche Börse, and Borsa Italiana. Euronext operates markets in Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, and Lisbon, thereby extending its reach across multiple countries.

    Vantage offers access to a variety of these EU markets, providing a broad spectrum of opportunities for trading. With Vantage, expanding your trading horizons in EU markets has never been easier.
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    Where can I buy European shares?

    You can buy or trade European shares with Vantage. Vantage offers EU shares CFDs with leverage of up to 20:1, allowing you to trade in both long and short positions.

    When you begin trading European shares CFDs with Vantage, you can benefit from some of the lowest trading costs in the industry. With commissions as low as €0.01 per trade, traders can save on trading expenses while enjoying unparalleled access to a wide range of Stocks CFDs through the MetaTrader 5 platform.