The EURO STOXX 50 is an index made up of 50 top companies from across Europe.
Canadian investors can invest in the index through a EURO STOXX 50 ETF.
Popular EURO STOXX 50 funds include FEX in the US and EXW1, SX5S, XESCM and LY11.
Investing in the EURO STOXX 50 is a popular way to gain exposure to some of the largest and most influential companies in the Eurozone (every country where the euro is the main currency). If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio, this European index could be worth a look.
EURO STOXX 50 ETFs
One of the best ways to invest in the EURO STOXX 50 index from Canada is to buy shares of an exchange-traded fund (ETF). These let you invest in all 50 stocks in a single investment.
You’ll have a hard time finding Canadian ETFs that track the EURO STOXX 50. But there are a number of international ETFs that do (mostly in Europe). You can buy in through Canadian investment platforms that offer access to international securities.
Here’s a straightforward step-by-step process you can follow if you decide to invest in the EURO STOXX 50:
Find an EURO STOXX 50 index fund or ETF. If you need some starting inspiration, see our examples of EURO STOXX 50 funds.
Open an investing account. In order to invest in a EURO STOXX 50 fund, you’ll need to open an investment account that offers access to ETFs or index funds. Keep in mind that some funds may only be available on certain platforms.
Deposit funds. You’ll need to deposit funds into your account to invest. It’s often free to do this via bank transfer, although some platforms offer other deposit methods.
Buy the EURO STOXX 50 fund. Once your money is in your account, you can buy shares in your chosen EURO STOXX 50 index fund. Your platform may charge a commission, but some don’t charge a fee to invest.
The whole process can take as little as 15 minutes. You’ll need a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, your passport or driver’s licence and a payment method.
Platforms where you can invest in the EURO STOXX 50
These trading apps allow you to invest in EURO STOXX 50 stocks directly or invest in EURO STOXX 50 funds like an ETF. Learn more about stocks versus ETFs.
To make comparing even easier we came up with the Finder Score. Trading costs, account fees and features across 10+ stock trading platforms and apps are all weighted and scaled to produce a score out of 10. The higher the score, the better the platform—it's that simple.
To make comparing even easier we came up with the Finder Score. Trading costs, account fees and features across 10+ stock trading platforms and apps are all weighted and scaled to produce a score out of 10. The higher the score, the better the platform—it's that simple.
The EURO STOXX 50 a stock market index that tracks 50 industry leaders across multiple countries in the Eurozone. Like most popular indices, it’s market-cap weighted, but no single stock can have more than a 10% weighting.
It follows liquid blue-chip companies from around a dozen Eurozone countries and basically serves as a benchmark for investors looking to gain exposure to Europe’s strongest economies.
Which EURO STOXX 50 fund is best?
The “best” fund depends on your preferences and investment goals:
Costs and fees. If minimizing costs is your priority, you should look for the EURO STOXX 50 fund with the lowest Total Expense Ratio (TER) available on your platform. This is the ongoing cost you pay to hold the fund; the lower the percentage, the better.
Accumulation versus distribution. Another thing to think about is whether you want an “accumulation” or “distribution” fund. Essentially, an accumulation fund automatically rolls dividends into your holdings, and a distribution fund deposits dividends into your account as cash, so you can buy yourself a sausage roll or a yacht (depending on how large your dividends are!).
Currency risk. Finally, it’s worth noting that you can sometimes buy ETFs in different currencies—euros or US dollars, for example. Neither is better than the other, but you should factor in potential currency risks which could reflect in the performance of two similar EURO STOXX 50 ETFs.
Search the full EURO STOXX 50
Here’s a quick overview of the constituents of the EURO STOXX 50 as of August 8, 2025:
Company (Ticker)
Industry
ASML (ASML)
Information Technology
LVMH (MC/LVMH)
Consumer Discretionary
TotalEnergies (TTE/TOT)
Energy
SAP (SAP)
Information Technology
Siemens (SIE/SIEGY)
Industrials
Sanofi (SAN/SNY)
Health Care
L'Oréal (OR/LRLCY)
Consumer Staples
Schneider Electric (SU/SBGSY)
Industrials
Air Liquide (AI/AIQUY)
Industrials
Allianz (ALV/AZ)
Financials
Airbus (AIR/EADSY)
Industrials
Hermès (RMS/HESAY)
Consumer Discretionary
Iberdrola (IBE)
Utilities
Deutsche Telekom (DTE/DTEGF)
Communication Services
Vinci (DG/VCISY)
Industrials
BNP Paribas (BNP)
Financials
Mercedes-Benz Group (MBG/MBGYY)
Consumer Discretionary
Banco Santander (SAN)
Financials
Safran (SAF/SAFRY)
Industrials
EssilorLuxottica (EL/ESLOY)
Health Care
AXA (AXA)
Financials
Bayer (BAYN)
Health Care
Infineon Technologies (IFX/IFNNY)
Information Technology
Prosus (PRX/PROSF)
Communication Services
Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI/BUD)
Consumer Staples
Enel (ENEL)
Utilities
Munich Re (MUV2/MURGF)
Financials
ING Groep (ING)
Financials
Adyen (ADYEN)
Information Technology
Deutsche Post (DHL/DPW)
Industrials
BBVA (BBVA)
Financials
BASF (BAS)
Materials
Pernod Ricard (RI/PRNDY)
Consumer Staples
Intesa Sanpaolo (ISP)
Financials
Inditex (ITX)
Consumer Discretionary
Rheinmetall (RHM)
Industrials
UniCredit (UCG)
Financials
Stellantis (STLA)
Consumer Discretionary
CRH (CRH)
Materials
Nordea (NDA/NRDBY)
Financials
BMW (BMW)
Consumer Discretionary
Danone (BN)
Consumer Staples
Flutter Entertainment (FLUT)
Consumer Discretionary
Deutsche Börse (DB1)
Financials
ENI (ENI)
Energy
Ahold Delhaize (AD)
Consumer Staples
adidas (ADS)
Consumer Discretionary
Volkswagen (VOW3/VWAGY)
Consumer Discretionary
Nokia (NOK)
Information Technology
Vonovia (VNA)
Real Estate
Our expert says: Why might investors pick the EURO STOXX 50 over other European indices?
"The EURO STOXX 50 offers targeted exposure to the Eurozone’s largest blue-chip stocks, making it a solid choice for investors seeking to make a return on the economic performance of core European countries in the Eurozone, without the currency risk associated with non-euro countries. However, it’s always worth remembering this is a fairly small index, with a concentration of just 50 companies."
Exposure to stocks from multiple sectors and countries
Cons
Only 50 companies in the index
Some EURO STOXX 50 ETFs are more expensive than others
Not all investing platforms offer access to the index
You have no controlling interest in the companies held by the fund
Investors need to be wary of currency risks linked to the euro
Bottom line
Investing in the EURO STOXX 50 can provide a straightforward path for gaining exposure to the top 50 major Eurozone companies. By using an ETF and an investment platform that suits your style, you can diversify your portfolio by holding some of Europe’s leading stocks with a single investment.
Always make sure to carry out plenty of research, so you know exactly what you’re investing in and can ensure that it lines up with your goals, risk appetite and investing time horizon.
Frequently asked questions
That depends on your investment goals. The index includes Europe's largest blue-chip companies, which can provide stability and steady growth. However, factors like Eurozone economic performance, interest rates, geopolitical issues, trade and global market conditions will impact returns. Remember that every investment comes with risk.
The share price of funds tracking the EURO STOXX 50 had a solid run in 2024, returning roughly 11%, but this did lag behind some other markets like the US. However, the index had a particularly strong start to 2025, with many investors looking to rotate out of US stocks.
No. The EURO STOXX 50 tracks firms in the Eurozone and companies in the UK deal in pounds, so UK shares were never included in the index.
Sources
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