Range Break Indices simulate a common real-market pattern: price moves sideways inside a range for a while, then breaks out sharply. Traders who like breakout strategies are attracted to them, but the timing of breakouts is random.
Range Break Indices
Range Break Indices are synthetic markets that alternate between quiet range-bound periods and sudden breakouts. The number (100 or 200) relates to how long ranges last on average.
Range Break Indices at a Glance
- Type
- Synthetic index (simulated market)
- Available versions
- Range Break 100 and Range Break 200
- What the number means
- Relates to the average length of the range before a break
- Main behaviour
- Sideways ranges followed by sudden breakouts
- Trading hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Affected by news?
- No
Specifications are simplified and may change. Confirm current details with your broker.
Risk warning: synthetic indices are simulated, fast-moving and high-risk. You can lose your entire deposit. This page is educational, not advice. See the Risk Disclaimer.
What is the Range Break Index?
The Range Break Index is a simulated market that spends time moving inside a range and then breaks out in one direction. It is designed to mimic the stop-start rhythm of real markets, but the ranges and breakouts are produced by an algorithm.
What do 100 and 200 mean?
The number relates to how long the range typically lasts before a break, so Range Break 200 tends to stay in ranges for longer than Range Break 100. As always, “average” is not a schedule, and the exact timing cannot be predicted.
Risks and beginner tips
- Breakouts can be sudden and can hit stops with slippage.
- Fake-outs can trap traders who expect a breakout.
- Practise on demo, use small lots and a stop loss, and never risk money you cannot afford to lose.
Range Break Indices FAQ
What is the Range Break Index? +
A synthetic index that alternates between range-bound periods and sudden breakouts, generated by an algorithm and available 24/7.
What is the difference between Range Break 100 and 200? +
The number relates to the average length of the range before a break. Range Break 200 tends to stay in ranges for longer.
Is the Range Break Index safe for beginners? +
It is a high-risk product. Practise on demo first and use small trade sizes with a stop loss.
Practise Before You Risk Real Money
Try these indices on a free demo account first, and read our beginner guides.