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Dow Jones (DJIA) Performance
- Day Low
- ₹51,983.71
- Day High
- ₹52,312.85
- 52-week Low
- ₹45,078.28
- 52-week High
- ₹54,765.33
- Open Price₹52,312.85
- Previous Close₹52,399.10
- 1W Returns-1002.15 (-1.89%)
- 1M Returns-1971.65 (-3.65%)
- 1Y Returns6347.59 (13.88%)
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About Dow Jones
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), commonly known as the Dow Jones, is a price-weighted index of 30 large US companies. It was created by Charles Dow, co-founder of Dow Jones & Company, and was first published on 26 May 1896. The original index contained 12 companies and was later expanded to 30 constituents. Today, the DJIA covers companies from sectors such as financial services, technology, healthcare, and industrials. Its price-weighted methodology means that companies with higher share prices have a greater influence on index movements.
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Dow Jones Constituents (Stock List)
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), commonly known as the Dow Jones, consists of 30 large and well-established U.S. companies across sectors such as technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and industrials. The index is designed to reflect the overall health of the U.S. economy and includes some of the world’s most influential corporations.
The current Dow Jones constituents include:
| Company | Ticker | Sector | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3M | MMM | Industrials | 2.00% |
| American Express | AXP | Financial Services | 3.73% |
| Amgen | AMGN | Healthcare | 4.59% |
| Amazon | AMZN | Consumer Discretionary | 3.06% |
| Apple | AAPL | Technology | 3.39% |
| Boeing | BA | Aerospace & Defense | 2.56% |
| Caterpillar | CAT | Industrials | 9.22% |
| Chevron | CVX | Energy | 2.15% |
| Cisco Systems | CSCO | Technology | 1.35% |
| Coca-Cola | KO | Consumer Staples | 0.96% |
| Goldman Sachs | GS | Financial Services | 11.39% |
| Home Depot | HD | Consumer Discretionary | 3.86% |
| Honeywell | HON | Industrials | 2.68% |
| IBM | IBM | Technology | 2.60% |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | Healthcare | 2.88% |
| JPMorgan Chase | JPM | Banking | 3.96% |
| McDonald's | MCD | Consumer Services | 3.01% |
| Merck & Co. | MRK | Healthcare | 1.44% |
| Microsoft | MSFT | Technology | 5.57% |
| Nike | NKE | Consumer Discretionary | 0.46% |
| NVIDIA | NVDA | Technology | 2.40% |
| Procter & Gamble | PG | Consumer Staples | 1.61% |
| Salesforce | CRM | Technology | 2.17% |
| Sherwin-Williams | SHW | Materials | 3.99% |
| Travelers | TRV | Insurance | 4.14% |
| UnitedHealth Group | UNH | Healthcare | 4.50% |
| Visa | V | Financial Services | 3.98% |
| Walmart | WMT | Retail | 1.24% |
| Walt Disney | DIS | Entertainment | 1.14% |
Dow Jones vs S&P 500
The following table highlights the key differences between the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the S&P 500.
| Parameter | Dow Jones (DJIA) | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Constituents | 30 companies | 500 companies |
| Weighting Method | Price-weighted | Free-float market-cap weighted |
| Founding Year | 1896 | 1957 |
| Market Representation | Large, established US companies across major sectors | Broad representation of large-cap US companies |
| Company Selection | Selected based on factors such as reputation, sustained growth and sector representation | Based on market capitalisation, liquidity, public float and other eligibility criteria |
| Rebalancing | Changes are made when deemed necessary to maintain index relevance | Changes are made periodically based on index methodology |
| Investor Use | Used to track the performance of 30 major US companies | Used as a broad measure of the US large-cap equity market |
| Impact of Individual Stocks | A higher-priced stock can have a greater influence on the index | Larger companies generally have a greater influence because of market-cap weighting |
How to Invest in Dow Jones from India
Indian investors can access the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) through overseas investment routes and market-linked products. The available route depends on the product, broker, and applicable regulations. Resident individuals can make permitted overseas investments under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS), subject to the applicable conditions and limits.
The main routes include:
| Investment Route | How It Provides Exposure | Key Point |
|---|---|---|
| US-listed ETFs | Invest in an ETF that tracks the DJIA | Requires an overseas investment facility |
| International funds | Invest through eligible India-based funds with overseas exposure | Availability depends on the fund structure |
| Direct US stocks | Buy individual companies that form part of the DJIA | Provides exposure to constituents rather than the index itself |
Important Points Before Investing
Overseas investments by resident individuals are subject to the applicable LRS framework. The Reserve Bank of India permits resident individuals to make overseas portfolio investments within the prescribed LRS limits and conditions.
Investors should also consider currency conversion, brokerage and other applicable charges, taxation, market hours and the regulations governing the selected investment route. The availability of specific ETFs or funds can also change over time.
For investors using the Indian online brokerage site, the procedure will usually include completing the required account and regulatory formalities, selecting an eligible overseas product and placing the order through the applicable facility.
Other Global Indices
| Indices Name | Price | Price Change (% change) |
|---|---|---|
| S&P ASX 200 | 8,707.10 | -112.3 (-1.27%) |
| Shanghai Composite | 3,876.38 | -58.02 (-1.47%) |
| DAX | 25,335.00 | -204.5 (-0.8%) |
| CAC 40 | 8,116.76 | -39.91 (-0.49%) |
| FTSE 100 | 10,611.90 | -53.08 (-0.5%) |
| Hang Seng | 24,663.00 | -291.47 (-1.17%) |
| Gift Nifty | 23,352.00 | 25.5 (0.11%) |
| Nikkei 225 | 63,424.72 | -1846.23 (-2.83%) |
| Taiwan Index | 46,182.56 | -757.93 (-1.61%) |
| Nasdaq Composite | 26,104.37 | -168.99 (-0.64%) |
| S&P | 7,612.39 | -44.85 (-0.59%) |
| Dow Jones Futures | 52,071.40 | -364.7 (-0.7%) |
FAQs
What is Dow Jones?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is a US stock market index that tracks 30 major publicly traded companies across different sectors.
Why is it called Dow Jones?
The index is named after Charles Dow and Edward Jones, who were associated with Dow Jones & Company, the financial information company they co-founded.
What is the Dow Jones Index?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) tracks 30 large US-listed companies traded on exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq.
What is Dow Divisor?
The Dow Divisor is a figure used to calculate the DJIA. It adjusts the index for stock splits, constituent changes and other corporate actions.
How does Dow Jones Index work?
The DJIA uses a price-weighted methodology. This means stocks with higher share prices have a greater influence on the index than stocks with lower prices.
What are the major companies of the Dow Jones index?
The index includes companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Visa, Walmart, Boeing, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Procter & Gamble.
Can I trade in Dow Jones Index in India?
Indian investors can access DJIA exposure through eligible US-listed ETFs, international funds or other permitted overseas investment routes, subject to applicable regulations.
What time does Dow Jones open in India?
The US stock market generally opens at 7:00 PM IST during US daylight saving time and at 8:00 PM IST during the rest of the year.
How are stocks selected and reviewed in the Dow Jones Index?
A committee selects constituents based on factors including reputation, sustained growth, and sector representation. Changes are made when required to maintain index relevance.
What kind of returns has the Dow Jones delivered historically?
Historical returns have varied across market cycles. Past performance does not indicate future returns, and investors should review the relevant period before assessing performance.
Which companies have the highest weight in the Dow Jones?
The weights change with constituent share prices because the DJIA is price-weighted. Companies with higher share prices therefore generally have greater index weight.
What is Dow Jones Industrial Average?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted index tracking 30 selected large US companies across several sectors.
How can I invest in Dow Jones from India?
Indian investors can access the Dow Jones through eligible US-listed ETFs, international funds, or individual DJIA constituent stocks, subject to applicable regulations.
Disclaimer:
Derived prices are not provided by exchanges. They are derived by market makers in CFD OTC market and hence prices may not be accurate and may differ from the actual market price, meaning prices are indicative only and not appropriate for trading purposes. Therefore 5paisa doesn't bear any responsibility for any trading losses you might incur as a result of using this data.
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