New to trading
We’re invested in your success. So take your trading skills to the next level with our easy-to-use platforms and educational resources.
New to trading
We’re invested in your success. So take your trading skills to the next level with our easy-to-use platforms and educational resources.
Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.
Contact us: 1800 601 799
Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.
Contact us: 1800 601 799
Support through your journey
Expert-led learning
Broaden your trading knowledge with live webinars and more on IG Academy
Massive market range
Trade on over 17,000 markets, with more 24-hour indices and out-of-hours US shares than anywhere else
Experienced support
We’re always here to help you achieve your trading goals, right from the moment you join
Easy-to-use platform
A user friendly platform built to your needs, with alerts and tools to improve your performance
Low spreads and margins
Discover how your capital could go further with our competitive rates
Trusted and regulated
We’re authorised and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), and fully invested in the security of clients funds.
Ways to trade with us
CFD Trading
A flexible way to trade the financial markets, and trade with Australia's No.1 CFD provider1.
Share trading
Trade international shares commission-free*, and Australian shares from $52, using our award-winning platform3.
Try our award winning platform3
Sharpen your skills with IG Academy, then test your trading technique. It only takes a few minutes to open a free IG demo account and you’ll get $20,000 virtual money to practise with.
Learn to trade
IG Academy
Discover the secrets of successful trading, with tips from our pros. Learn at your own pace, for free.
Managing risk
Protect yourself against losses with our risk management tools. Learn how to limit risk and secure yourself against trading debt.
Glossary
Keep on top of trading terminology with our extensive glossary. Find comprehensive definitions and explanations of financial terms.
Guiding your trades
Develop your trading strategy with the help of leading IG and Daily FX analysts.
Follow our three simple steps to make sure you’re ready for the markets
Discover what you need to know about one of the most popular trading styles
Learn about fundamental analysis and how to use it when you trade
Find out how to take advantage of market movements
Learn how to protect your positions by opening new ones
Learn about the risks associated with forex trading, and find out how to manage them
Open an account now
Open an account now
Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to more than 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution
Deal seamlessly, wherever you are
Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app
Feel secure with a trusted provider
With 48 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
Open an account now
Open an account now
Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to more than 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution
Deal seamlessly, wherever you are
Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app
Feel secure with a trusted provider
With 48 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
How we protect your money
When you deposit money into an IG account as a retail client, it’s protected in a number of ways:
- Your money is held in segregated client accounts at regulated banks
- We don’t use your money for business activities
- Your money is ring-fenced from our creditors
An innovative market leader
We’ve been making financial markets accessible for over 45 years. We’re a FTSE 250 member, authorised and regulated by the FCA, with 239,000 clients across the globe.
We believe in building long-term relationships, so our business is built around wanting you to succeed. We take every measure to ensure your funds are secure – and with a market cap of 2.83 billion, we’re not going anywhere.4
An innovative market leader
We’ve been making financial markets accessible for over 45 years. More traders trust us with their money than anyone else, making us Australia's No.1 choice for CFD trading1, We are authorised and regulated by the ASIC, with 239,000 clients across the globe.
We believe in building long-term relationships, so our business is built around wanting you to succeed. We take every measure to ensure your funds are secure – and with a market cap of 2.83 billion, we’re not going anywhere.5
Trade with a multi-award-winner
We’ve been recognised by industry experts time and again for our cutting-edge tech and great value for money. We were Money Magazine's Best Feature-Packed Non-Bank Online Broker in 2023 and 2024 and have won other awards from ADVFN and Canstar over the years.
2017 - 2022 Outstanding value - International Share Trading
2020 - 2024 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Active Investor
2020 - 2024 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Trader
2023 - 2024 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Casual Investor
2024 - Best of the best
‘Best-valued feature-packed premium share broker’
2023 - Best of the best
Best-valued feature-packed online share broker
2024 - ‘Best Multi-Platform Provider’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards
2024 - ‘Best Financial App’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards
2024 - ‘Best Platform for Active Trader’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards
2023 - Winner
‘Share trading - Low costs’
2023 - Highly recommended
‘Share trading - US stocks’
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1Number 1 in Australia by primary relationships, CFDs & FX, Investment Trends November 2023 Leveraged Trading Report. CFDs & FX, Investment Trends December 2023 Leveraged Trading Report.
2Place three trades in the previous month to qualify.
3Winner of ‘Best Multi-Platform Provider’ at ADVFN International Finance Awards 2019. Winner of ‘Best Trading App’ at the Investors Chronicle,Financial Times Investment and at the Professional Trader Awards 2019.
4Client number and market capitalisation figures correct as of May 2020.
*Other fees and charges may apply.
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Interested in opening an account?
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