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# Index

> Calculated benchmarks representing weighted baskets of tokens.

The **Index** Object covers calculated benchmarks representing weighted baskets of tokens. Indices are used for performance tracking and cross-market comparison — they give a single number for the price action of an entire sector or theme.

## What an Index represents

An Index Object is a specific named benchmark with a defined methodology — its constituent tokens, weighting scheme, rebalancing cadence, and inception date. Examples might include a DeFi index, a Layer-2 index, or a stablecoin index.

If you are deciding between using an Index or a [Token Group](/docs/core-concepts/objects/token-group), see the comparison on the Token Group page.

## Commands

Index Commands cover index identity and methodology, performance over time, and multi-index benchmarking.

<Card title="Index Commands" icon="terminal" href="/docs/core-concepts/commands/by-object/index">
  Browse all Commands available for the Index Object.
</Card>

## Related

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Token Group" icon="cubes-stacked" href="/docs/core-concepts/objects/token-group">
    The thematic counterpart to Index.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Objects overview" icon="shapes" href="/docs/core-concepts/objects/overview">
    See how Index relates to every other Object.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>