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Spot CFD trading with IG Australia
Trade almost any of our markets on the spot, including forex, shares, and ETFs and take positions without owning the underlying asset.
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FTSE 100 listed¹
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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 CFD spot trading?
Spot trading means buying or selling an asset at its current market price, known as the spot price, with the intention of taking immediate delivery of the underlying asset. With CFDs, you can speculate on the price movement of an asset without taking ownership or physical delivery of the underlying asset.
Why trade spot CFDs with IG?
Flexible trading
Go long or short on spot prices with no fixed expiry, giving you flexibility to trade short-term positions.
Multiple trading platforms
Trade spot CFDs on our web platform, mobile app, and MT4, with tools including interactive charts, price alerts, and risk management features.
Continuous, real-time pricing
Trade at the current market rate with prices that mirror the underlying market, giving you continuous exposure to thousands of assets.
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.
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.
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FAQs
What is CFD spot trading?
CFD spot trading allows you to speculate on the current price of an underlying asset without owning the asset itself.
How does CFD spot trading work?
CFD spot trading allows you to speculate on price movements by going long or short, with leverage providing exposure to a larger position with a smaller initial outlay.
What are the benefits and risks of CFD spot trading?
Spot CFDs offer flexibility to go long or short and trade without a fixed expiry, but leverage can magnify losses and you can lose more than your initial deposit.
What markets can you trade with spot CFDs?
You can trade spot CFDs across a range of global markets, including forex, shares, and ETFs.
Do spot CFDs have an expiry date?
Unlike future CFDs, spot CFDs generally have no fixed expiry date, allowing you to keep a position open while meeting the applicable funding requirements.
1 IG Australia is part of IG Group Holdings Plc, a member of the FTSE 100.
2 Best Finance App, Best Multi-Platform Provider, Best Platform for the Active Trader and Best Online Stockbroker as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2025.
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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.