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Futures CFD trading with IG Australia
Access CFD futures across global indices, commodities, and bonds and trade on price movements without owning the underlying asset. Benefit from transparent pricing and expert support.
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50+ years of expertise
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800k+ clients
Important CFD trading information
With CFDs, you can lose more than you deposit and you do not have ownership of the underlying asset. You may be subject to margin close-outs if you do not maintain sufficient margin.
What is futures CFD trading?
Futures CFD trading is the process of speculating on the price of a futures contract through leveraged CFDs. Futures are contracts that lock in a market price today, with the exchange of the asset taking place on a set date in the future.
Why trade CFD futures with IG?
Deep internal liquidity
Get reliable execution near contract expiry, supported by strong liquidity.
Multiple trading platforms
Trade CFD futures on our web platform, mobile app, and third-party platform MT4, with the flexibility to trade wherever you are.
Huge selection of markets
Access index, commodity, and bond futures from one account across global markets.
Important CFD Information
With CFDs, you can lose more than you deposit and you do not have ownership of the underlying asset. You may be subject to margin close-outs if you do not maintain sufficient margin.
Markets you can trade
Index futures
Speculate on the direction of major global indices, including the FTSE 100, Wall Street, and US 500.
Commodity futures
Trade futures on energy, metals, and agricultural markets, including oil, gold, and natural gas.
Bond futures
Take a position on government bond markets, including Bobl, Bund, and others.
Important CFD trading information
With CFDs, you can lose more than you deposit and you do not have ownership of the underlying asset. You may be subject to margin close-outs if you do not maintain sufficient margin.
Fees for trading future CFDs with IG
Spreads
- We offer competitive spreads.
- Spreads may vary depending on market conditions such as volatility and liquidity.
Overnight funding charges
- Overnight funding charges are built into the spread.
- These charges may vary for international markets.
Guaranteed stop premium
- A small premium may apply if a guaranteed stop is triggered.
- The potential premium is displayed on the deal ticket and can form part of your margin when you attach the stop.
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FAQs
What are CFD futures?
CFD futures allow you to speculate on the price of an underlying futures contract without entering into the futures contract itself.
How do CFD futures work?
CFD futures allow you to speculate on the price movements of futures contracts without owning the underlying asset. You can go long or short, using leverage to gain exposure to the market with a smaller initial outlay.
What are the benefits and risks of trading CFD futures?
CFD futures can provide access to global markets and the flexibility to go long or short, but leverage can also magnify losses, meaning you can lose more than your initial deposit.
What markets can you trade with CFD futures?
CFD futures give you exposure to a range of global markets, including indices, commodities and bonds.
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Disclaimers
- CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work, and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Please consider the Margin Trading Product Disclosure Statement (PDS), Risk Disclosure Notice and Target Market Determination before entering into any CFD transaction with us.
- The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs bought through an IG share trading account 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.
- Please ensure you fully understand the risks and take care to manage your exposure.
- The information on this website is prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consequently, you should consider the information in light of your objectives, financial situation and needs.
- This website is operated by IG Australia Pty Ltd. IG Australia Pty Ltd is located on Level 32, Queen & Collins, 376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000. ABN 93 096 585 410, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 515106. Derivatives Issuer Licence in New Zealand FSP No. 684191, NZBN 9429047618251.