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CFDs are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. CFDs are complex financial instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.

South Africa 40

(.JTOPI)

South Africa 40 chart This market's chart. This is a visual representation of the price action in the market, over a certain period of time. You can use this to help gauge a market’s performance.

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Top South Africa 40 risers Shows the constituent stocks that have risen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Top South Africa 40 fallers Shows the constituent stocks that have fallen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Top South Africa 40 risers Shows the constituent stocks that have risen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Top South Africa 40 fallers Shows the constituent stocks that have fallen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Top South Africa 40 risers Shows the constituent stocks that have risen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Top South Africa 40 fallers Shows the constituent stocks that have fallen in price the most over the last 24 hours, based on the percentage change since the last close of trading. This list automatically updates in real time.

Minimum size 0.25

Contract size ZAR 50

One Pip means 1 Index Point

Value of one Pip ZAR 50 (USD 2.70)

Margin 10%

Minimum stop distance 50

Minimum guaranteed stop distance 100

Your aggregate position in this market will be margined in the following tiers:

Tier Position size Margin
1 0 - 7 Contracts - ZAR 10%
2 7 - 17.5 Contracts - ZAR 10%
3 17.5 - 52.5 Contracts - ZAR 10%
4 52.5 + Contracts - ZAR 15%

If your aggregate position is larger than Tier 1, your margin requirement will not be reduced by non-guaranteed stops.

Please note: we have tried to ensure that the information here is as accurate as possible, but it is intended for guidance only and any errors will not be binding on us.

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Up to 200x leverage*

  • Up to 200x leverage to start trading with minimal upfront capital*
  • Retail Clients benefit from negative balance protection meaning they can’t lose more than what was deposited into the account
  • Speculate on price changes, without having to own the underlying asset.

*Up to 200x leverage applies to Professional IG Limited (UAE) accounts and all IG International Limited accounts.**

Investment

  • Buy and sell over 10,000 popular shares and ETFs
  • Pay $0 commission on all US shares up to 50 trades per month

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