About us
We exist to give traders like you – who see opportunities where others don’t – access to thousands of financial markets.
Call 0800 195 3100 or email newaccounts.uk@ig.com to talk about opening an account.
What we do
Want to trade financial markets? You’ve come to the right place. You can seize opportunity with spread bets and CFDs and trade listed options and futures with low commissions. If you'd rather own assets, invest in thousands of shares and ETFs, or choose a wealth portfolio managed by one of our pros. We’ll be at your side to help you achieve your trading goals.
Why IG?
Trusted
More traders trust us with their money than anyone else, making us the world’s No.1 choice for spread betting and CFD trading.1
Invested in your success
We want our clients to stay with us. So we’ve built our business around being on your side, and wanting you to trade profitably.
We also ensure that your trading education and analysis of the markets is at the centre of our innovation and development.
Ahead of the curve
In 1974, we invented financial spread betting. We’ve been at the forefront of our industry ever since, offering award-winning platforms and market-leading services.
We now serve clients all over the world, from 17 sales offices based across five continents.
Award-winning service
We’ve been recognised time and time again by our industry, both for the services and the technology that we provide.
Best CFD provider
IC Celebration of Investment Awards
Best Customer Service
Online Money Awards
Best Spread Betting Provider
Online Money Awards
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Best Platform
for the Active Trader
ADVFN International Financial Awards
Best Multi
Platform Provider
ADVFN International Financial Awards
Best Finance App
ADVFN International Financial Awards
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*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
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Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to 15,000+ 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 50 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
Open an account now
Open an account now
Fast execution on a huge range of markets
Enjoy flexible access to 15,000+ 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 50 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
Your money is protected
Deposit funds into an IG account, and it’s safeguarded:
- Your money is held in accounts at regulated banks
- We don’t use your money for our business activity
- Your money is ring-fenced from our creditors
Why trade with us?
Best-in-class platforms
Seize your opportunity in seconds on fast, award-winning platforms and apps.2
Massive market range
Deal on over 15,000+ markets, with more 24-hour indices than any other provider and out-of-hours US shares you won't find elsewhere.
Sharpen your skills
Train to succeed with seminars and courses for pros and beginners.
Expert support
We’re on hand around the clock to help you achieve your trading goals, right from the moment you join
Put a stop to loss
Our range of stop and limit orders put you in control of your risk. Plus, thanks to UK regulation, you’re protected from losing more than the balance on your account.3
Pro trader service
Experienced trader? You could be eligible for our dedicated pro client service.
Choose the UK's No.1 retail FX provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in the UK than any other forex trading provider. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
Choose the UK's No.1 retail FX provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in the UK than any other forex trading provider. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
*Demo accounts are only available for spread betting and CFD trading.
Choose the UK's No.1 retail FX provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in the UK than any other forex trading provider. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
Choose the UK's No.1 retail FX provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in the UK than any other forex trading provider. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
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Your money and assets are protected when you trade with us.
Get a clear picture of how much it costs to trade with us.
Discover another side to our business.
1 Based on revenue (published financial statements, 2023)
2 Best platform for the active trader, best multi-platform provider and best trading app as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024. Best share dealing platform as awarded at the Your Money Investment Finance Awards 2024.
3 Negative balance protection is a legal requirement in the UK which means your bank account with us can never fall below zero. Negative balance protection does not apply to professional traders.
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Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 70% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Professional clients trading spread bets and CFDs can lose more than they deposit.
Options and futures are complex instruments which come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. They’re not suitable for most investors. Before you invest, you should consider whether you understand how options and futures work, the risks of trading these instruments and whether you can afford to lose more than your original investment.
Trading stocks and shares ‘on margin’ within a US options and futures account – meaning that you only finance part of the cost of acquiring a position in a security – carries additional risks over buying securities on a fully funded basis and may result in losses exceeding your original investment. Trading on margin will also result in additional costs to you as the investor and any securities purchased using margin may be held as collateral by the lender, restricting both your rights as shareholder, and your ability to use the securities until the margin trade is closed. You should familiarise yourself with these risks before trading on margin.
The value of shares, ETFs and other ETPs bought through a share dealing account, a US options and futures account, a stocks and shares ISA or a SIPP 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. Some ETPs carry additional risks depending on how they’re structured, investors should ensure they familiarise themselves with the differences before investing.
Share dealing and IG Smart Portfolio accounts provided by IG Trading and Investments Ltd, CFD accounts and US options and futures accounts are provided by IG Markets Ltd, spread betting provided by IG Index Ltd.
IG is a trading name of IG Trading and Investments Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 11628764), IG Markets Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 04008957) and IG Index Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 01190902). Registered address at Cannon Bridge House, 25 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2YA. IG Markets Ltd (Register number 195355), IG Trading and Investments Ltd (Register Number 944492) and IG Index Ltd (Register number 114059) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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