Equity indices is a statistical indicator that shows variations in the financial market value of a specific group of stocks or shares. Sometimes it is also known as a stock index or indexes.

©2015 Bloomberg News NVK9056K50XZ (Bloomberg) — Auto sales accelerated more than expected in September, aided by cheap credit, good deals and relatively low gasoline prices. The annualized rate reached the fastest pace in more than 10 years. General Motors Co., Ford Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. all beat analysts’