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Options trading

Options CFD trading gives you flexibility, leverage and strategic opportunities that traditional options trading doesn’t.

Why trade options CFDs with IG

Find the right option


Trade CFDs on major indices, forex, and selected US shares with daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly options. 

Pay zero spread on expiry


You don’t need to pay a closing spread when you hold your options until their fixed expiry date.

Discover opportunities


Hedge positions, diversify your portfolio and take advantage of different market conditions.

Trade on volatility itself


Take a position on rising, falling, or even flat markets across the globe.

What is options trading? 

Option CFD trading refers to trading CFDs based on options contract price movements. These derivatives let you trade asset price changes without ownership. Use leverage, go long or short, and potentially profit in rising or falling markets. 
 

Why trade options trading

Option CFDs offer hedging and income opportunities. Customise strike prices, expiry dates and contract sizes to suit your preferences. Trade on volatility expectations with strategies like straddles and strangles.
 

How to trade options

Choose the underlying asset (such as indices, forex, or selected US shares). Select your expiry date and strike price and decide whether to go long or short. Once you're ready, place your trade and manage it.
 

Costs of trading options CFDs with IG

Spread

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    Spreads depend on the underlying market conditions.

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    They can vary significantly based on current trading volatility.

Premium

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    Margin requirements represent the maximum possible loss when buying options.

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    This is calculated using contract size, point value and option price.

Selling

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    The margin for selling daily options mirrors the underlying market's CFD margin.

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    This requirement ensures adequate coverage for potential trading losses.

Conversion

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    Profits or losses are realised in the currency of the executed trade.

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    Currency conversions may apply when your base currency differs from the trade.

Trade options CFDs on these platforms

  • IG Online platform
  • IG Mobile app

Choose our online platform for a seamless and lightning-fast trading experience.  

All the features you need, whenever and wherever you need them.

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If you see opportunity in volatility, trade our flexible online CFDs on options. Speculate on a range of assets, and get the expertise and support of the world’s No.1 CFD provider1.