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.
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.

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 send us an email with any questions about opening a trading or investment account between 8am and 6pm (UK time) on weekdays.

Get info fast via our instant help and support portal. Available for account queries, ProRealTime, product info and more.

Visit help and support for more information.

Get info fast via our instant help and support portal. Available for account queries, ProRealTime, product info and more.

Visit help and support for more information.

Call 0800 409 6789 or email helpdesk.uk@ig.com if you have any questions about trading or investing. We're available 24/7 between 8am Saturday and 10pm Friday.

Call 0800 195 3100 or send us an email with any questions about opening a trading or investment account between 8am and 6pm (UK time) on weekdays.

Get info fast via our instant help and support portal. Available for account queries, ProRealTime, product info and more.

Visit help and support for more information.

Get info fast via our instant help and support portal. Available for account queries, ProRealTime, product info and more.

Visit help and support for more information.

Call 0800 409 6789 or email helpdesk.uk@ig.com if you have any questions about trading or investing. We're available 24/7 between 8am Saturday and 10pm Friday.

Established 1974 313,000+ clients worldwide 18,000+ markets

What we do

Want to trade financial markets? You’ve come to the right place. We invented financial spread betting in 1974, and today we enable thousands of traders to seize their opportunity using spread betting and CFDs.

Prefer to own assets? You can also buy and sell thousands of shares and ETFs with us, or choose a wealth portfolio managed by one of our pros.

Spread betting

CFD trading

Investments

Why IG?

Trusted and regulated

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

As well as placing a premium on the security of client funds, we’re authorised and regulated by the FCA.

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.

We also ensure that your trading education and analysis of the markets is at the centre of our innovation and development.

Ahead of the curve

In 1974, we invented financial spread betting. We’ve been at the forefront of our industry ever since, offering award-winning platforms and market-leading services.

We now serve clients all over the world, from 17 sales offices based across five continents.

Award-winning service

We’ve been recognised time and time again by our industry, both for the services and the technology that we provide.

Best for Forex Trading
Investopedia
Online Brokers Awards 2019

#1 Overall Broker
ForexBrokers.com Annual Review

Best CFD Provider
Online Personal Wealth Awards

Best Stocks and Shares ISA Provider
Online Personal Wealth Awards

Best Platform
for the Active Trader
ADVFN International Financial Awards

Best Multi
Platform Provider
ADVFN International Financial Awards

Best Finance App
ADVFN International Financial Awards

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Fast execution on a huge range of markets

Enjoy flexible access to more than 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With 45 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

Open an account now

Fast execution on a huge range of markets

Enjoy flexible access to more than 17,000 global markets, with reliable execution

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

Trade on the move with our natively designed, award-winning trading app

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With 45 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

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Start trading now

Open your account now, and discover today’s opportunity on a huge range of markets.

Start trading now

Open your account now, and discover today’s opportunity on a huge range of markets.

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

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Why trade 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 18,000+ 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 seminars and courses for pros and beginners.

Discover our platforms

Your next opportunity

Trade smarter

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.

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