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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Please ensure you fully understand the risks involved.

About us

We exist to give traders like you - who see opportunities where others don't - access to thousands of financial markets.

Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.

Contact us: 1800 601 799

Start trading today. For account opening enquiries call 1800 601 799 between 9am and 6pm (AEDT) weekdays, or email newaccounts.au@ig.com.

Contact us: 1800 601 799

What we do

Want to trade financial markets? You've come to the right place. We enable thousands of traders to seize opportunity on indices, forex, shares, and more using CFDs.

Prefer to own assets? You can also buy and sell thousands of shares and ETFs with us through our share trading service.

Why IG?

Trusted and regulated

More traders trust us with their money than anyone else, making us Australia's No.1 choice for CFD trading.1

We’re authorised and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), and fully invested in the security of clients funds.

Invested in your success

We want you to stay with us. So we’ve built our business model around being on your side, and your profitability.

As part of this commitment, we are signed up to the FX Global Code of Conduct, which establishes a common set of guidelines for good practice in the markets.

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 17 sales offices across five continents.

Trade with a multi-award-winner​

We’ve been recognised time and time again by independent award panels for our cutting-edge tech and great value for money.​

2017 - 2022 Outstanding value - International Share Trading​
2020 - 2023 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Active Investor​
2020 - 2023 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Trader​
2023 Outstanding value - Online Share Trading - Casual Investor​

2024 - Best of the best
‘Best-valued feature-packed premium share broker’​

2023 - Best of the best
Best-valued feature-packed online share broker​

2023 - ‘Best Multi-Platform Provider’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards

2023 - ‘Best Financial App’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards

2023 - ‘Best Platform for Active Trader’
at ADVFN International Finance Awards

2023 - Winner
‘Share trading - Low costs’​

2023 - Highly recommended
‘Share trading - US stocks’​

Your money is protected

When you deposit funds into an IG account, it’s protected in a number of ways:

  • Your money is held in segregated accounts at regulated banks
  • We don’t use your money for business activities
  • Your money is ring-fenced from our creditors

Find out more

Trustpilot

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

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

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

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With 48 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

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

Deal seamlessly, wherever you are

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

Feel secure with a trusted provider

With 48 years of experience, we’re proud to offer a truly market-leading service

Start trading now

Log in to your account now to access today’s opportunity in a huge range of markets.

Start trading now

Log in to your account now to access today’s opportunity in a huge range of markets.

Why trade with us

Best-in-class platforms

Seize opportunity in seconds on fast, award-winning platforms and apps2

Massive market range

Trade over 17,000 markets, with more 24-hour indices than any other provider as well as extended hours trading on US shares that you won't find anywhere else.

Sharpen your skills

Trade 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 on loss

Protect your capital with our range of stop and limit orders to control your risk. For example, you can choose exactly where your trade closes with a guaranteed stop, no exceptions.3

The best for the best

Pro trader? Get exclusive benefits, greater flexibility and cash rebates on selected markets.

Start trading today

Open an account in minutes and trade

Start trading today

Open an account in minutes and trade

Choose Australia's No.1 CFD provider1

Find opportunity in over 17,000 markets.

Choose Australia's No.1 CFD provider1

Find opportunity in over 17,000 markets.

Start trading today

Simple account opening. Easy-to-use platform. First-class customer service. Choose an established world leader in online trading.

Start trading today

Simple account opening. Easy-to-use platform. First-class customer service. Choose an established world leader in online trading.

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How are my money and assets protected when I trade with IG?

Get a clear picture of how much it costs to trade with IG, thanks to our transparent fee structure.

Buy and sell US shares with no commission, using our award-winning trading platform.

1 Number 1 in Australia by primary relationships, CFDs & FX, Investment Trends November 2023 Leveraged Trading Report.
2
Winner of ‘Best Multi-Platform Provider’ at ADVFN International Finance Awards 2019. Winner of ‘Best Trading App’ at the Investors Chronicle,Financial Times Investment and at the Professional Trader Awards 2019.
3 You'll pay a small premium only if your guaranteed stop is triggered.