About us
We are a world-leading online trading provider,1 giving you access to opportunities across thousands of financial markets through our intuitive platforms and apps.
Call 010 344 0053 or email newaccounts.za@ig.com to talk about opening a trading account. We’re here 24 hours a day, from 9am Saturday to 11pm Friday.
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What we do?
Want to trade financial markets? You've come to the right place. We enable thousands of traders to seize their opportunity using 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.
Why IG?
Trusted and regulated
More traders trust us with their money than anyone else, making us the world’s No.1 choice for CFD trading.1
As well as placing a premium on the security of client funds, we’re authorised and regulated by the FCA (UK) and the FSCA (SA), so you know you can depend on our credibility.
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.
Ahead of the curve
Founded in 1974 as the first company of our kind, we’ve been at the forefront of our industry ever since, offering award-winning platforms with market-leading services.
We now serve clients all over the world, from sales offices in 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.
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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
React faster with powerful technology
Our platform and apps are intuitive and highly responsive, so trading opportunities are always within reach
Grow your confidence with an established provider
We’re a FTSE 250 company that’s been leading our industry for nearly 50 years, so our expertise is second to none
Open an account now
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
React faster with powerful technology
Our platform and apps are intuitive and highly responsive, so trading opportunities are always within reach
Grow your confidence with an established provider
We’re a FTSE 250 company that’s been leading our industry for nearly 50 years, so our expertise is second to none
Your money is protected
Deposit funds into an IG account, and its safe-guarded:
- Your money is held in segregated accounts at regulated banks
- We don’t use your money for our own business activity
- Your money is ring-fenced from our creditors
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 17,000 markets, with more 24-hour indices than any provider and out-of-hours US shares you wont find elsewhere.
Sharpen your skills
Train to succeed with seminars and courses for pros and beginners.
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
Negative balance protection3 ensures you can’t lose more than the balance on your account, and our range of stop and limit orders put you in control of your risk.
The best for the best
Pro trader? Get exclusive features, greater flexibility and cash rebates on selected markets.
Choose the No.1 FX retail provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in South Africa than any other forex trading. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
Choose the No.1 FX retail provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in South Africa than any other forex trading. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
Choose the No.1 FX retail provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in South Africa than any other forex trading. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
Choose the No.1 FX retail provider1
IG is home to more retail forex traders in South Africa than any other forex trading. Why trade with anyone but the No.1?
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Your money and assets are protected when you trade with us.
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1 Based on revenue excluding FX (published financial statements, October 2021). For forex based on number of primary relationships with FX traders (Investment Trends UK Leveraged Trading Report released June 2020).
2 Awarded 'best finance app' and 'best multi-platform provider' at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2020
3 Negative balance protection does not apply to professional traders.
