Cryptocurrency trading
Trade more than ten cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin, ether and litecoin – no wallet needed. Or get broad exposure in a single trade with our Crypto 10 index.
Call +41 (0) 58 810 77 42 to talk about opening a trading account. We’re here from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.
Contact us: +41 (0) 58 810 77 42
Call +41 (0) 58 810 77 42 to talk about opening a trading account. We’re here from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.
Contact us: +41 (0) 58 810 77 42
Why trade cryptocurrencies with us?
Trade rising and falling prices on leverage to make the most of volatility1
Our deep internal liquidity means there’s more chance of executing your trade at your chosen price
Protect your capital with guaranteed stops2
Safely and easily deposit and withdraw funds. We’re authorised and regulated by the FINMA
Speculate on more than 10 major cryptos, or get wider exposure to the market with our Crypto 10 index
Keep your costs down with our competitive spreads
Cryptocurrencies you can trade with us
Live prices on popular cryptos
Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only.
CFD trading on cryptocurrencies
| Main benefits | Useful for hedging |
| Accessible to | All clients |
| Traded in | Contracts |
| Tax status | No stamp duty3 |
| Commission | Commission-free (just pay our spread) |
| Platforms | Web, mobile app and advanced crypto trading platforms |
| Learn more |
What is cryptocurrency trading?
When you trade cryptocurrency, you’re speculating on whether a crypto’s price will go up or down – without needing to own any underlying coins.
What are the benefits of cryptocurrency trading?
Magnify your exposure with leverage and go long or short on the price – all without the expense of an exchange account.
How do I trade cryptocurrencies?
- Open a trading account
- Find an opportunity
- Take a position
- Monitor your trade
How much will I have to pay?
Margins
CFD trading is a form of leveraged trading, meaning you can win, or lose, a significant amount more than you deposit initially. Though not actually a cost to you, the margin you pay makes a big difference to the affordability of your trade.
Spreads
Your key payment for trading cryptocurrencies is the spread – the difference between the buy and the sell price – essentially our commission for executing your trade. We work to keep our spreads among the lowest in the business.
| Spot FX | Margin |
| Bitcoin | 5% |
| Ether | 5% |
| Bitcoin Cash | 10% |
| Litecoin | 10% |
| EOS | 10% |
| Stellar | 10% |
| Cardano | 10% |
| Crypto 10 index | 20% |
| Polkadot | 10% |
| Dogecoin | 10% |
| Chainlink | 10% |
| Uniswap | 10% |
| Solana | 50% |
| Avalanche | 50% |
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| CFDs | MT4 | |
| Bitcoin | 140 | 140 |
| Ether | 8.7 | 8.7 |
| Bitcoin Cash | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Litecoin | 1.8 | 1.8 |
| EOS | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Stellar | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Cardano | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Crypto 10 Index | 120 | n/a |
| Polkadot | 29.3 | n/a |
| Dogecoin | 0.17 | n/a |
| Chainlink | 20 | n/a |
| Uniswap | 16 | n/a |
| Solana | 1.6 | n/a |
| Avalanche | 0.4 | n/a |
Opening a CFD account with IG Bank is free and simple. You’ll get access to more than ten cryptocurrency markets, and you don’t have to fund or trade until you’re ready.
When you’re ready to open a position, you can add stops and limits to manage your risk. As a new trader you’ll also get lower minimum deal sizes for two weeks.
An award-winning crypto trading platform
Discover crypto opportunity on an award-winning web-based platform and mobile trading app,4 as well as popular third-party platforms including MetaTrader 4.
The latest crypto news
FAQ
What’s in the Crypto 10 index?
Our Crypto 10 index tracks the price of the top ten cryptocurrencies, changed every quarter:
- Bitcoin
- Ether
- Litecoin
- Bitcoin cash
- EOS
- Bitcoin SV
- Cardano
- Monero
- Stellar
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No exchange account? No problem. Go long or short on bitcoin with CFDs.
Trade ‘the silver to bitcoin’s gold’ – whether it’s headed up or down, with no need to own coins.
Discover a world of opportunity – with over 17 000 markets.
1 While leverage magnifies profits, it will also magnify losses.
2 Guaranteed stops incur a small premium if triggered.
3 Tax laws are subject to change and depend on individual circumstances. Tax law may differ in a jurisdiction other than Switzerland.
4
Best trading platform as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards and 2019. Best trading app as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2020.
