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Turn ambition into reality with the the world’s leading provider
- Forex, shares, indices, commodities, and more
- Trade 24/7 on unrivalled weekend markets incl. GBP/USD, EUR/USD, USD/JPY, global indices etc.
- Automated trading online
More than a trading platform
We support you at every stage of your journey
IG Academy
Access education for any and all experience levels. Free online courses, webinars, seminars, and video tutorials.
Round-the-clock support
Available every hour from 8am Saturday to 10pm Friday. Access live chat and designated support team members for 1-2-1 calls.
Easy-to-use app
Our mobile app and best trading platform in the UK are designed to be user-friendly and straightforward.
Exclusive trading hours and pricing
Exclusive 24/7 pricing on global indices and GBP/USD through weekend trading. Extended hours on more than 80 key US stocks.
Latest news and expert analysis
Stay informed with the latest critical news and expert analysis i Get news and commentary from market experts and senior financial analysts, directly on our platform. to heighten market awareness.
Everything in one place
Trade and invest in thousands of instruments; utilise algorithmic i With us, you can trade with algorithms through our partnerships with cutting-edge platforms including ProRealTime and MetaTrader 4 (MT4), as well as with our native APIs. and leveraged i Leverage is available on several financial products, including spread bets, CFDs and forex trades. When trading using leverage, the provider will only ask for a fraction of the total value of your position: the rest is effectively lent to you by the provider. trading; exclusive MT4 add-ons.
Trade your way
Find the right account for you. Trade and invest forex, shares, indices, commodities and more
Speculate on price changes, without having to own the underlying asset. Use up to 30x leverage i Leverage is available on several financial products, including spread bets, CFDs and forex trades. When trading using leverage, the provider will only ask for a fraction of the total value of your position: the rest is effectively lent to you by the provider. to start trading with minimal upfront capital.
Using leverage can magnify profits but also amplify losses.
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Zero tax and tight spreads. i A spread in trading is the difference between the buy (offer) and sell (bid) prices quoted for an asset. This is also our charge for executing your trade. Reach thousands of markets and asset classes with IG, the inventors of financial spread betting.
Tax laws are subject to change and depend on individual circumstances. Tax law may differ in a jurisdiction other than the UK.
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13,000+ shares and ETFs for share dealing; ready-made, diversified Smart Portfolios; open a new or transfer your existing ISA to IG.
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Best Platform for the Active Trader ADVFN International Financial Awards
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Best Multi Platform Provider ADVFN International Financial Awards
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Our comprehensive online platform keeps you in control with alerts, signals, and trading analytics supplementing your strategy.
Learn moreUsing ProRealTime, MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or L2 Dealer? Looking for advanced charting or automated trading i Automated trading is the use of algorithms for making trade orders. ? Trade with IG and enjoy exclusive add-ons.
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Equip yourself for success
With powerful trading tools
Trading alerts
- Immediate economic event reaction: set alerts and reminders on our economic calendar
- React instantly to email, SMS and push notifications
- Get IG exclusive price change alerts when your market moves
Trading automation
- Utilise ProRealTime and MetaTrader 4 , as well as our native APIs
- Trade according to data and pattern recognition
- Maximise your exposure to the underlying market with automated i With us, you can utilise automated trading systems through our partnerships with cutting-edge platforms including ProRealTime and MetaTrader 4 (MT4), as well as with our native APIs.buy and sell orders
Trade analytics tool
Improve your trading outcomes by exploring your trading statistics, tracking your trades and analysing your performance directly on our platform.
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Trading charts
- Enhance your analysis with 32 customisable indicators and 19 drawing tools
- Benefit from HTML5 technology and watch market developments in real time
- Keep your charts informed with a curated news and analysis feed , plus trade from them directly
Trading signals
- Get concise market analysis at a glance with an in-platform panel providing key metrics
- Maximise your time efficiency with continuous analysis done for you
- View entry and exit points, support and resistance levels, plus confidence levels for each signal
Risk management tools
Using stop losses or limit orders can help you define the level you'd like your trade executed at so you can manage unfavourable market movements.
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Guaranteed stop
Attach a guaranteed stop to your position, and it’ll always be closed out at exactly the price you specified. You’ll only pay for your stop if it’s triggered.
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Everything you need, in one place
The best UK trading platform is just the start
IG newsroom
- The breaking news you need, when you need it
- Keep up to date with market movements
- See the latest critical news directly on our platform
Education and Community
- IG Academy and Community
- Access to the thoughts and opinions of expert traders
- Webinars, seminars, educational videos and interactive forums
Round-the-clock support
- Live chat, 1-2-1 calls, and round-the-clock support via phone and email
- A designated support member
- We support you at every step
Tools and data analysis
- Powerful, data-driven analysis tools: trading alerts, signals, algorithmic i With us, you can utilise automated trading systems through our partnerships with cutting-edge platforms including ProRealTime and MetaTrader 4 (MT4), as well as with our native APIs., automated trading online and intuitive charts
- Use guaranteed stops, stop loss limits, and built-in risk protection to always stay in control
Try our free demo account
Test your trading skills and backtest your strategy, without pressure
- £10,000 virtual funds
- Simulates a live trading environment
- Access exclusive education content
Always transparent
- Open a free account, with no hidden costs
- No management fees, ever, for CFDs or spread betting
- 0% commission on US stocks
Our foundations
- Established and trusted: FTSE 250 listed
- Join the market leaders: 50 years’ trusted experience
- Always be informed: direct access to expert analysis and IG’s latest news
- IG Academy: acquire vital knowledge and crucial skills
- Peer support: join and interact with a community of expert traders