ETF trading and investing
ETFs are a low-cost, flexible way to trade and invest. Track the performance of indices, sectors, commodities and more with our range of exchange traded funds (ETFs).
Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.
Contact us: 1800 601 799
Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.
Contact us: 1800 601 799
Why trade or invest in ETFs with us?
In addition to the cutting-edge technology you’d expect from a world leader, we offer:
Diversification
Gain exposure to a range of different asset classes, sectors and regions
Australian and International ETFs
Buy and sell over 13,000 popular ETFs and shares all from the one award winning platform1
Commission free
Buy and sell international ETFs at zero commission, and Australian ETFs from just $82 on an IG share trading account
Cutting-edge technology
Trade wherever you are, whenever you want on a natively designed, in-house app
Full transparency
See the assets your ETF holds and know exactly how it’s performing at any time
Established credibility
Join a fast-growing global industry with over $3.8 trillion in assets under management
What is an ETF?
An exchange traded fund is an investment fund that seeks to track a whole index, sector or market.
You can buy ETFs like normal shares on a stock exchange, but they can provide exposure to a whole group of assets with a single investment. Many investors consider ETFs to be an ideal core for their portfolio.
Target markets for ETFs
ETF issuers are required to publish a Target Market Determination (TMD) for every ETF listed on an Australian exchange.
The TMD sets out the class of consumers for whom the ETF, including its key attributes, would likely be consistent with their likely objectives, financial situation and needs. Most ETFs distributed by us have been categorised by Issuers (such as BetaShares and Vanguard) as investments suitable for consumers who have a high (or very high) ability to bear loss. This consumer risk and return profile focuses on an investor’s objectives for the relevant portion of their portfolio only, and not the investor’s portfolio as a whole. Before you invest in an ETF, it is important to consider the relevant TMD available from the ETF issuer to determine whether the ETF is consistent with your objective, financial situations and needs.
You can access our most popular ETF issuers’ TMDs by clicking on the links below:
- BetaShares
- BlackRock
- ETFS Management (AUS) Limited
- State Street Global Advisors, Australia Services Limited
- VanEck Investments Limited
- Vanguard Investments Australia Ltd
A full list of exchange-traded products (ETPs) available on the ASX is available here.
What are the risks of ETFs?
- Currency risk - international focused ETFs may expose your capital to currency risk if the ETF is not currency hedged
- Liquidity - liquidity can vary between ETFs and it has an influence on the buy/sell spread (or cost) you'll encounter when trading
- Tracking error - the return on the portfolio may deviate from the return on the index or benchmark tracked. This deviation can be more significant when the ETF employs a strategy other than full replication of the underlying index
- Investment risk - Most ETFs have been categorised by Issuers as investments suitable for consumers who have a high (or very high) ability to bear loss.
Access leading ETF providers
You can invest in ETFs from some of the world’s biggest providers, including:
iShares by BlackRock
A world leading ETF provider offers exposure to a wide range of asset classes and markets, primarily through general index tracker funds
Vanguard
Offers a variety of ETFs covering US and international stock and bond markets, as well as industry-specific sectors
BetaShares
A leading Australian ETF manager, providing intelligent investment solutions that help investors meet their financial objectives
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Enjoy flexible access to more than 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution
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Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app
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With 45 of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service
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2 If US-listed, there is a minimum charge of 2c per share or $15 minimum (USD) if converted manually from AUD to USD or 0.7% fx conversion fee for instant conversion. If Australian-listed, there is a standard rate of A$8 or 0.1% (whichever is higher) for 0-2 trades in the previous month. 3+ trades in the previous month = A$5 or 0.05%. Please visit our Share Trading charges and fees webpages for the full list of fees.
