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CFDs are complex financial 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. CFDs are complex financial 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.

Commodities trading

Access 35+ commodity CFDs, stocks and ETFs with competitive spreads and exclusive undated markets through our award-winning platform¹.

Start trading today. Call +971 (0) 4 5592108 or email sales.ae@ig.com. Our sales team is available from 8:00am to 6:00pm (Dubai time), Monday to Friday.

Why trade commodity CFDs with IG

Wide range of markets

Choose from over 35 commodities or a range of commodity stocks and ETFs.

Trade continuous prices

Take a position on commodity spot prices with our exclusive undated market offering.

Competitive fees

Spreads from just 2.8 points on Brent Crude and 0.3 points on gold².

Risk management tools

Use guaranteed stop-loss orders to protect against high price volatility³.

Live commodities prices 

  • Energies
  • Metals
  • Softs

Trade our range of energy markets – including popular oils such as Brent Crude and US Crude.

Learn more about oil trading

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only.

Speculate on the price of precious and base metals.

Discover gold and silver trading with us

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only.

Take a position on more than 20 types of soft commodities.

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices are indicative only.

Search for a commodity

Use our search tool to find charts, data and news on the commodities you’re interested in.

What is commodities trading?

Speculate on the price movements of raw physical assets, such as gold, silver, oil, wheat and sugar. Trade with us and avoid the complexities of owning or delivering the physical commodities.

Why trade commodities?

Trading commodities lets you tap into global economic trends, hedge against inflation, enjoy a highly liquid market and seize seasonal opportunities all without ownership hassles.

How to trade commodities

Choose a commodity to trade, decide whether to go long or short based on market movements, set your position size, open your trade, monitor price fluctuations and close your position when you're ready.

Ways to trade commodities with IG 

  CFD trading⁴ Stock trading
Markets to trade Spot, futures, options, stocks and ETFs Stocks and ETFs
Benefits Go long or short Voting rights and potential dividends
Traded in Contracts Stocks
Commission Share CFDs only. Other markets: spread Variable
Platforms Web, mobile and third-party Web and mobile
Learn more Explore CFD trading   Explore stock trading

Fees for trading commodities with IG

Spread

Primary cost for trading commodity CFDs. Varies with current market conditions.

Overnight funding

Applies when holding positions overnight. Not applicable to commodity futures.

Currency conversion fee

Applies to trades in different currencies. Rates vary based on currencies used.

Commission

All costs incorporated into the spread. Simplifies your overall trading structure.

Trade indices CFDs on these platforms

  • IG Online platform
  • IG Mobile app
  • TradingView
  • MetaTrader 4

Choose our online platform for a seamless and lightning-fast trading experience.

All the features you need, whenever and wherever you need them.

Chart, trade and connect with traders using real-time data and technical tools.

Trade with customisable charts and automated strategies.

Live indices prices

Latest commodities news and analysis

Undated commodities vs commodity futures

Trade commodity CFDs using undated spot or futures prices. 

  Undated spot commodities Commodity futures
Description Trade current market prices with no set end date Trade contracts with specific future delivery dates
Fees Cheaper to start, but daily fees apply if kept No daily fees, making them better for longer-term trading
End date No set end date Contracts have end dates, but can renew automatically unless you choose otherwise
Price charts One continuous price chart with no breaks Separate price charts for each contract period

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Trade gold via spot prices, futures, options, shares and ETFs.

Unlock gold’s potential with smart strategies and market insights.

Considered a ‘safe haven’ investment during economic uncertainty.

1 - Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024.
2 - Other fees and charges may apply.
3 - A small premium will be charged if your guaranteed stop is triggered.
4 - CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage.