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Commodities trading

Create a live account to trade 30+ commodities CFDs with us, including metals, energies and agricultural markets.

Why trade commodities CFDs with IG

Wide range of markets

Access 30+ commodities or a range of commodity stocks and ETFs.

Trade continuous prices

Trade spot prices with our exclusive undated market offering.

Competitive fees

Spreads from just 2.8 points on Brent crude and 0.3 on gold.

Risk management tools

Guaranteed stop-loss orders help protect against price volatility.

Live commodities prices

  • Energies
  • Metals
  • Softs

What is commodities trading

CFD trading on commodities lets you take a position on price movements without owning the underlying asset.

 

Why trade commodities

Trading commodities CFDs 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 us

  Commodity CFD trading
Markets to trade Spot prices, futures, options contracts, shares and ETFs
Main benefits Go long or short on market prices.
Traded in Contracts
Commission Share CFDs are subject to commission. All other markets are charged via the spread
Platforms Web, mobile app and advanced platforms

Costs of trading commodities CFDs with IG

Spread costs and fees

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    Primary cost for trading commodity CFDs.

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    Varies with current market conditions.

Overnight funding

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    Applies when holding positions overnight.

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    Not applicable to commodity futures.

Currency conversion fee

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    Applies to trades in different currencies.

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    Rates vary based on currencies used.

Commission costs

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    All costs incorporated into the spread.

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    Simplifies your overall trading structure.

Trade commodities CFDs on these platforms

  • IG Online platform
  • IG Mobile app
  • 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.

Trade with customisable charts and automated strategies.

Latest commodities news and analysis

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