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Hybrid Indices

Trade structured volatility with Hybrid Indices

Trade indices that combine trend bias, sharp event moves, and realistic price fluctuations without news risk or market closures.

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How Hybrid Indices work

Hybrid Indices are Deriv’s proprietary synthetic markets that blend directional crash or boom behaviour with short-term price fluctuations. They are designed to feel less mechanical than classic spike markets while remaining fully algorithm-driven.

Boom-based hybrids

Tend to move downward before sharp upward spikes.

Crash-based hybrids

Tend to rise before sudden drops.

Why trade Hybrid Indices

Built for different strategies

Apply trend-following or volatility-based strategies across different market conditions.

More realistic price movements

Variable volatility and structured market behaviour simulate real trading conditions.

24/7 trading access

Trade anytime, including weekends and holidays, with zero market closures, no liquidity issues, and no trading gaps.

Hybrid vs Volatility vs Crash/Boom

Feature	Hybrid Indices	Crash/Boom Indices	Volatility Indices
Market structure	Trend-based with added volatility	Step-like movements before major spikes	Continuous price fluctuations
Breakout behavior	More unpredictable with structured volatility	Sudden jumps at predefined intervals	No specific breakout points
Directional bias	Yes	Yes	No
Sharp event moves	Yes	Yes	No
Short-term price noise	Yes	Limited	Constant
Average volatility	~20%	Higher	Fixed (10–100%)
Recurring patterns	Moderate	High	Low
Trading strategies	Trend + volatility approaches	Spike/crash timing strategies	Pure volatility strategies

How to trade Hybrid Indices on Deriv

1

Log in to your Deriv account

Create a free Deriv account or log in to your existing one.

2

Choose your trading platform and index

Trade Hybrid Indices as CFDs on Deriv MT5 or Deriv cTrader, and choose between boom-based or crash-based indices with different update frequencies.

3

Open and manage your trade

Define your trade parameters and open your trade.

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Hybrid Indices FAQs

How do Hybrid Indices work?

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Hybrid Indices function by applying structured volatility to pre-existing price movements. Here is the breakdown of their unique mechanics:

Core structure: Similar to Crash/Boom Indices, they move in identifiable trends or increments within certain price ranges.
Added volatility: Unlike standard Crash/Boom Indices which are often smooth between spikes, Hybrid Indices introduce fluctuations and added volatility before a breakout occurs.

This results in more variable makes movements than standard Crash/Boom Indices but ensures the market remains dynamic and active at all times.

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How are Hybrid Indices different from Crash/Boom Indices?

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The main difference is volatility. Crash/Boom Indices follow a structured pattern with smooth steps, whereas Hybrid Indices introduce fluctuations and added volatility before major moves, making them more realistic.

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Are Hybrid Indices suitable for beginners?

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They are better suited for traders with some experience, as the added price noise requires confirmation and disciplined risk management.

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Who should trade Hybrid Indices?

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Hybrid Indices are best suited for traders who want directional markets but are comfortable trading through short-term price fluctuations.

They are ideal for intermediate to experienced traders who use confirmation-based strategies, such as trend following or filtered breakouts, and can manage entries during choppy lead-ups before sharp price moves.

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