Why trade CFDs with IG
Trade in both market directions
The potential to benefit when prices go down, not just when they go up – unlike traditional investing.
Start big with a smaller outlay
Control larger positions than your budget would typically allow, using just a small deposit.
Trade the world from one place
Tap into thousands of global markets, including Apple shares, gold, oil and bitcoin.
Trade in both market directions
The potential to benefit when prices go down, not just when they go up – unlike traditional investing.
Start big with a smaller outlay
Control larger positions than your budget would typically allow, using just a small deposit.
Trade the world from one place
Tap into thousands of global markets, including Apple shares, gold, oil and bitcoin.
What is CFD trading?
Speculate on whether an asset’s price will move up or down – without having to own the asset.
Why trade CFDs?
Access over 17,000 markets with the flexibility to go long or short, while mirroring underlying market movements. Free up your capital and trade with greater efficiency across a wide range of instruments.
How to trade CFDs
Start by opening a trading account, then identify potential trading opportunities in the market. Once you've found a suitable position to take, execute your trade and carefully monitor its performance to manage your risk and potential returns.
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Fees for trading CFDs with IG
Spread
The difference between the buy and sell price of a CFD.
Commission
Charged on share CFDs, calculated per trade.
Overnight funding
A fee for holding positions past market close.
Market data fees
Subscription fees for accessing real-time price data.
Guaranteed stop-loss order
A charge for using GSLOs, refunded if not triggered.
Download the IG app
Download the IG UAE app to trade global markets, access advanced tools and manage risk, all from your phone or tablet.
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Disclaimers
- CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Professional Clients can lose more than they deposit.
- The value of shares and ETFs bought through an IG stock trading account can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in. Please ensure you fully understand the risks and take care to manage your exposure.
- IG does not issue advice, recommendations or opinions in relation to acquiring, holding or disposing of a CFD. IG is not a financial advisor and all services are provided on an execution-only basis. This communication is not an offer or solicitation to enter into a transaction and shall not be construed as such.
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