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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved.

Indices CFD Trading with IG Australia

Start trading Australia 200 and other index CFDs with one of Australia's trusted platforms, and trusted by thousands of traders.

  • FTSE 100 listed³
  • 50+ years expertise
  • 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.

Why trade indices CFDs with IG?

Extensive index opportunities

Access 36 global indices including Australia 200, Wall Street, Germany 40, and Hong Kong HS50. 

Multiple trading platforms

Choose from a range of trading platforms, including IG’s web platform, mobile app, and other third-party platforms. 

Advanced charting tools

Analyse markets with advanced charting features, technical indicators, and professional-grade tools to identify trading opportunities.

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 our clients say

36 global indices at your fingertips

Live ETF CFD price chart table to be inserted

  • Popular indices
  • New indices
  • Weekend indices

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions and are indicative only. All indices prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions and are indicative only. All indices prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.

Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions and are indicative only. All indices prices are delayed by at least 15 minutes.

Fees for trading indices CFDs with IG

Overnight funding costs

  • Applied to positions held overnight past daily cut-off time  
  • Competitive rates based on interbank rates plus a small admin fee  

Index CFD spreads

  • Competitive spreads from 1 point on Australian 200  
  • Built into buy and sell prices with transparent pricing 

Currency conversion fees 

  • Automatic currency conversion at a competitive 0.7% rate 
  • Applied only when trading indices CFDs in different currencies 

Possible risks of trading indices CFDs

You can lose more than your initial deposit

CFDs use leverage, so losses can exceed your initial investment.

Index CFD prices can change rapidly

Index CFD prices can move quickly, especially during major market events or changes in trading hours.

Your positions may be closed automatically

If your account equity falls below the required margin, your positions may be closed automatically.

Ready to trade indices CFDs with one of Australia’s award-winning platforms²?

Join 800k+ clients worldwide and open your account in minutes.

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Three steps to the markets.

Start your IG account today with Australia’s No.1 CFD provider1

FTSE 100 listed³・ 800k+ clients
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Step 01

Create your account

Apply in minutes. No minimum to open.

Step 02

Fund your account

Bank transfer, PayID, or card. Instant confirmation.

Step 03

Start trading

Get exposure to major global indices with CFDs, including the ASX 200 and US 500.

  1. 1

    Step 01

    Create your account

    Apply in minutes. No minimum to open.

  2. 2

    Step 02

    Fund your account

    Bank transfer, PayID, or card. Instant confirmation.

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    Step 03

    Start trading

    Get exposure to major global indices with CFDs, including the ASX 200 and US 500.

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1 Number 1 in Australia by primary relationships, CFDs & FX, Investment Trends November 2024 Leveraged Trading Report 

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 

3 IG Australia is part of IG Group Holdings Plc, a member of the FTSE 100