Markets | ASX

Trade our cash market

ASX Trade is Australia's most liquid market for equities, providing price discovery across lit trading, Centre Point and auctions.

trade our derivatives market

We offer a comprehensive range of derivative products and services, covering equity, index, interest rate and commodity derivatives.

clearing and settlement services

ASX clearing and settlement services play a critical role in Australia's financial markets, helping reduce counterparty and systemic risk and increasing efficiency for market participants and end investors.

Market resources

Trading hours, calendars and fees for ASX trading, settlement and clearing products and services.

connectivity and data services

Connect office locations and gain fast, secure and reliable access to ASX platforms, service providers, alternative markets, and the cloud. Receive the latest price and company information directly from the source.

Markets insights and reports

Abstract image with purple lighting illuminating structural forms

INSIGHTS | EQUITY DERIVATIVES

9 March 2026

Recent S&P/ASX 200 weakness attracting a variety of bullish option trades

After briefly pushing past 9,000, the ASX 200 has pulled back sharply, reflecting a challenging period for global equity markets. This article explores the recent 8% decline, compares it to similar movements late last year, and examines whether traders are positioning for a potential rebound.

INSIGHTS | FIXED INCOME

22 April 2026

ASX Rates Highlights

Q1 2026 reports trading volumes remain elevated, reaching new record levels amid heightened macroeconomic and geopolitical volatility. Activity accelerated meaningfully over the quarter, with trading volumes up 23% compared to Q4 2025 and 32% higher than Q1 2025.

Non-Standard S&P/ASX 200 Option Traders Benefitting from Recent Steady Up Trend

INSIGHTS | AUSTRACLEAR

26 March 2026

Australian fixed income leaps forward on kangaroo bond growth

Discover what’s driving kangaroo bond growth and how Austraclear supports easier cross-border issuance and investment.

Bull and Bear Symbol with Stock Market Concept.

INSIGHTS | EQUITY DERIVATIVES

9 March 2026

S&P/ASX 200 topping 9,000 brings out some smart hedgers

The S&P/ASX 200 traded over 9,000 a couple of times in 2025. Dr Russell Rhoads provides observations on hedging trades with a long portfolio that reflects the performance of the underlying index.

INSIGHTS | EQUITY DERIVATIVES

9 February 2026

Trading a bullish 2026 outlook using S&P/ASX 200 index options

The S&P/ASX 200 managed a third year of positive returns in 2025. Big option trades using longer dated contracts in January appear to be looking for a continuation of this upward trend in 2026.

INSIGHTS | FIXED INCOME

2 February 2026

ASX Rates Highlights

Q4 2025 reports a record period for interest rate derivatives trading volumes as a result of macroeconomic volatility.

Trading and market insights and reports

Latest insights from the Australian Cash and Derivatives Market

Learn more