About us
We exist to give traders like you – who see opportunities where others don’t – access to thousands of financial markets.
Call 0800 195 3100 or email newaccounts.uk@ig.com to talk about opening an account.
Want to trade or invest?
You've come to the right place. Invest in thousands of shares and ETFs, choose a wealth portfolio managed by one of our pros, or seize opportunity with spread betting, CFD trading and listed options and futures. We'll be at your side to help you achieve your trading goals.
We are FTSE 250-listed and FCA-regulated.
Trusted
More traders trust us with their money than anyone else, making us the world’s No.1 choice for spread betting and CFD trading.1
Invested in your success
We want our clients to stay with us. So we’ve built our business around being on your side, and wanting you to trade profitably.
Round-the-clock support
Available 24/7, except for a short break 10pm Friday to 8am Saturday, on telephone, WhatsApp, live chat and more.
Get your trading edge
Get the latest breaking news
Enjoy trading tools including our economic calendar, stock screener, trade signals and market alerts
Your money is protected
Deposit funds into an IG account, and it’s safeguarded:
- Your money is held in accounts at regulated banks
- We don’t use your money for our business activity
- Your money is ring-fenced from our creditors
Why trade and invest with us?
Best-in-class platforms
Seize your opportunity in seconds on fast, award-winning platforms and apps.2
Massive market range
Deal on over 15,000+ markets, with more 24-hour indices than any other provider and out-of-hours US shares you won't find elsewhere.
Sharpen your skills
Train to succeed with courses and webinars for beginners and pros.
Expert support
We’re on hand around the clock to help you achieve your trading goals, right from the moment you join
Put a stop to loss
Our range of stop and limit orders put you in control of your risk. Plus, thanks to UK regulation, you’re protected from losing more than the balance on your account.3
Pro trader service
Experienced trader? You could be eligible for our dedicated pro client service.
Award winning service
2024 Best Platform for the Active Trader
ADVFN International Financial Awards
2024 Best Multi Platform Provider
ADVFN International Financial Awards
2024 Best Finance App
ADVFN International Financial Awards
2024 Best share dealing platform
YourMoney.co.uk Investment Awards
2024 Best platform for options trading
ADVFN International Finance Awards
2024 Best for Low-cost ISA – more than 50k
Boring Money Best Buy Awards
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1 Based on revenue (published financial statements, 2023)
2 Best platform for the active trader, best multi-platform provider and best trading app as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2024. Best share dealing platform as awarded at the Your Money Investment Finance Awards 2024.
3 Negative balance protection is a legal requirement in the UK which means your bank account with us can never fall below zero. Negative balance protection does not apply to professional traders.
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Spread bets and CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 71% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading spread bets and CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how spread bets and CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
Professional clients trading spread bets and CFDs can lose more than they deposit.
Options and futures are complex instruments which come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. They’re not suitable for most investors. Before you invest, you should consider whether you understand how options and futures work, the risks of trading these instruments and whether you can afford to lose more than your original investment.
Trading stocks and shares ‘on margin’ within a US options and futures account – meaning that you only finance part of the cost of acquiring a position in a security – carries additional risks over buying securities on a fully funded basis and may result in losses exceeding your original investment. Trading on margin will also result in additional costs to you as the investor and any securities purchased using margin may be held as collateral by the lender, restricting both your rights as shareholder, and your ability to use the securities until the margin trade is closed. You should familiarise yourself with these risks before trading on margin.
The value of shares, ETFs and other ETPs bought through a share dealing account, a US options and futures account, a stocks and shares ISA or a SIPP 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. Some ETPs carry additional risks depending on how they’re structured, investors should ensure they familiarise themselves with the differences before investing.
Share dealing and IG Smart Portfolio accounts provided by IG Trading and Investments Ltd, CFD accounts and US options and futures accounts are provided by IG Markets Ltd, spread betting provided by IG Index Ltd.
IG is a trading name of IG Trading and Investments Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 11628764), IG Markets Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 04008957) and IG Index Ltd (a company registered in England and Wales under number 01190902). Registered address at Cannon Bridge House, 25 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2YA. IG Markets Ltd (Register number 195355), IG Trading and Investments Ltd (Register Number 944492) and IG Index Ltd (Register number 114059) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
The information on this site isn’t directed at residents of the United States, Belgium or any particular country outside the UK and isn’t intended for distribution to, or use by, any person in any country or jurisdiction where such distribution or use would be contrary to local law or regulation.