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ESG investing and trading
Discover how you can support positive change through responsible investing – buying and owning ESG company shares and ETFs. You can also trade them, speculating on share price movements.
Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.
Why invest in or trade ESG with us?
Diversify your exposure
Choose specific companies, or diversify your exposure with an ESG ETF
Focus on your preferred themes
Invest in ESG themes like green and solar energy, technology, low carbon emissions and a fair workplace
Experience full transparency
See the complete underlying holdings of an ETF using our ETF screener
Enjoy excellent value
Get exposure to AU shares and ETFs from $51 and US shares from zero commission (0.7% FX fee applies)2on IG’s share trading account
Drive positive change
Invest in companies that make a demonstrably positive impact through ESG
Get the global standard
Invest in or trade of ETFs from some of the world’s biggest providers such as Vanguard and iShares
Discover our ESG markets
With us, you can buy and sell shares and ETFs on our award-winning platform.3 Here are some of the themes that you can choose from.4
- Green and solar energy
- Technology
- Low carbon dioxide emissions
- Fair workplace
Shares
Companies listed here have an ESG environment risk score of under 3 and a low to negligible overall ESG risk rating as assessed by Sustainalytics and reported by Yahoo Finance (May 2021).5 Scores are categorised according to risk severity: 0 – 10 is a negligible risk, 10 – 20 is a low risk, 20 – 30 is a medium risk, 30 – 40 is a high risk and 40+ represents a severe risk.
ETFs
ETFs listed here are the most popular green and solar energy theme ESG ETFs on our platform.
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only. All shares prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.
Shares
Companies listed here are tech sector companies with low overall ESG ratings as assessed by Sustainalytics (May 2021).5 Scores are categorised according to risk severity: 0 – 10 is a negligible risk, 10 – 20 is a low risk, 20 – 30 is a medium risk, 30 – 40 is a high risk and 40+ represents a severe risk.
ETFs
ETFs listed here are the most popular technology theme ESG ETFs on our platform.
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only. All shares prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.
Shares
Companies listed here have an ESG environment risk score of under 3 and a low overall ESG risk rating as assessed by Sustainalytics and reported by Yahoo Finance (May 2021).5 Scores are categorised according to risk severity: 0 – 10 is a negligible risk, 10 – 20 is a low risk, 20 – 30 is a medium risk, 30 – 40 is a high risk and 40+ represents a severe risk.
ETFs
ETFs listed here are the most popular low carbon dioxide emissions theme ESG ETFs on our platform.
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only. All shares prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.
Shares
Companies listed here have ESG social and governance risk scores of under 5, respectively, and a low overall ESG risk rating as assessed by Sustainalytics and reported by Yahoo Finance (May 2021).5 Scores are categorised according to risk severity: 0 – 10 is a negligible risk, 10 – 20 is a low risk, 20 – 30 is a medium risk, 30 – 40 is a high risk and 40+ represents a severe risk.
ETFs
ETFs listed here are the most popular fair workplace theme ESG ETFs on our platform.
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only. All shares prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.
Ways to invest in or trade ESG shares and ETFs with us
With ESG investing and trading, you can get exposure to shares and ETFs in the following ways:
Share trading
Invest in physical shares and receive dividends (if offered by the company)
CFDs
Buy or sell contracts based on whether you think a market’s price will rise or fall
Investing vs trading company and ETF shares
With us, you’ll use a share trading account when investing in companies or ETFs. As the owner of the physical shares, you’d be a shareholder with the right to receive dividends (if offered). In addition to this possible income, you could also make a profit if you sell your shares for more than the original buy price. But if you sell them at a lower price, you’d incur a loss. So, you may get back less than the amount you committed, but any losses are capped at the your total initial outlay (excluding additional fees).
Since you’ll be using CFDs to trading company or ETF shares with us, you’ll trade with leverage. This means that your initial outlay is decreased significantly compared to investing as you’ll only need a deposit, known as margin, to open your position while getting full exposure. Leverage magnifies both possible profits and losses. Therefore, it’s vital that you manage your risk appropriately.
Investing vs trading company and ETF shares
With us, you’ll use a share trading account when investing in companies or ETFs. As the owner of the physical shares, you’d be a shareholder with the right to receive dividends (if offered). In addition to this possible income, you could also make a profit if you sell your shares for more than the original buy price. But if you sell them at a lower price, you’d incur a loss. So, you may get back less than the amount you committed, but any losses are capped at the your total initial outlay (excluding additional fees).
Since you’ll be using and CFDs to trading company or ETF shares with us, you’ll trade with leverage. This means that your initial outlay is decreased significantly compared to investing as you’ll only need a deposit, known as margin, to open your position while getting full exposure. Leverage magnifies both possible profits and losses. Therefore, it’s vital that you manage your risk appropriately.
What is ESG investing and trading?
ESG investing and trading focuses on environmental, social, and corporate governance factors, which help to measure a company’s sustainability and societal impact.
A focus on ESG is considered to add value to a company with a likely increase in longevity.
ESG investing and trading enables you to buy and sell, or take a position on the share price movements of assets where environmental, social and governance factors are measured and compared.
There’s been a trend of companies driving positive change actively through ESG that’s grown tremendously. These companies go beyond just making a profit – they are committed to shaping a better, more sustainable future. By investing in them, you’d be supporting their efforts and eventual societal impacts.
How to start investing in ESG or trading ESG assets
- Decide whether to invest or trade
- Open an account or log in
- Identify your opportunity
- Take steps to manage your risk
- Open and monitor your position
Open an account to get started trading or investing in thematics and baskets
Open an account to get started trading or investing in thematics and baskets
Ahead of the curve
Founded in 1974 as the first company of its kind. We’re ASIC-regulated and trusted by 320,000+ clients with the security of their money.
IG Australia is part of IG Group Holdings PLC, which is a member of the FTSE 250.
Fast, efficient online platforms
Seize your opportunity in seconds and take full control over each of your trades with our easy-to-use platform and apps.
Award-winning service
We have a dedicated team on hand to support you, and you can also benefit from knowledge-sharing with IG Community and IG Academy.
ESG investing and trading on our best trading platform3
You can invest in ESG opportunities via share trading, or trade using CFDs directly from your browser, or on the go with our mobile trading app.
- Web-based platform
- Mobile trading app
Get exposure to ESG opportunities straight from your desktop
Access ESG opportunities wherever you are, whenever you want
How to find ESG stocks or ETFs
Find an ESG stock using the search bar below, or check out our ETF Screener for ESG ETFs.
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ESG at IG
We understand the importance of ESG principles, which is why we align to them by:
- Ensuring low emissions of harmful substances
- Driving good stakeholder management and conduct that yields sustainable, long-term returns
- Facilitating fairness in the workplace for all of our employees
Open an account now
Open an account now
Ahead of the curve
Founded in 1974 as the first company of its kind. We’re ASIC-regulated and trusted by 320,000+ clients with the security of their money.
IG Australia is part of IG Group Holdings PLC, which is a member of the FTSE 250.
Fast, efficient online platforms
Seize your opportunity in seconds and take full control over each of your trades with our easy-to-use platform and apps.
Award-winning service
We have a dedicated team on hand to support you, and you can also benefit from knowledge-sharing with IG Community and IG Academy.
Open an account now
Open an account now
Ahead of the curve
Founded in 1974 as the first company of its kind. We’re ASIC-regulated and trusted by 320,000+ clients with the security of their money.
IG Australia is part of IG Group Holdings PLC, which is a member of the FTSE 250.
Fast, efficient online platforms
Seize your opportunity in seconds and take full control over each of your trades with our easy-to-use platform and apps.
Award-winning service
We have a dedicated team on hand to support you, and you can also benefit from knowledge-sharing with IG Community and IG Academy.
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1 If Australian-listed, there is a standard rate of A$5 per trade or 0.05% for trades above A$10,000. Other fees and charges may apply. Please visit our Share Trading charges and fees webpages for the full list of fees.
2 Note for multi-currency accounts: These figures apply to clients who opt for the default setting of 'instant currency conversion'. Clients who choose to convert currencies manually will pay commission of 2 cents per share with a minimum charge of $10 on US stocks and, for European markets, we charge £10 / €10 per trade or 0.1%, whichever is higher. Other fees and charges may apply.
3 Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024.
4 The ESG shares and ETFs listed on this page aren’t necessarily the best ones – they are merely some popular stocks and ETFs to watch
5 Sustainalytics, 2021
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Disclaimers
- CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Please consider the Margin Trading Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Risk Disclosure Notice and Target Market Determination before entering into any CFD transaction with us.
- The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs bought through an IG share trading account can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
- Please ensure you fully understand the risks and take care to manage your exposure.
- The information on this website is prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consequently, you should consider the information in light of your objectives, financial situation and needs.
- This website is operated by IG Australia Pty Ltd. IG Australia Pty Ltd is located on Level 32, Queen & Collins, 376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000. ABN 93 096 585 410, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 515106. Derivatives Issuer Licence in New Zealand FSP No. 684191, NZBN 9429047618251.