Broker profile
IG broker profile
London spread betting and CFD provider founded in 1974, with three FCA-authorised UK companies
- Top-tier regulators
- FCA
- Founded
- 1974
- Headquarters
- London, UK
- Retail CFD accounts losing money
- 69%
About IG
IG was founded in London in 1974 and is one of the longest-established retail trading firms in Britain. Its UK business runs through three companies authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority: IG Markets Ltd (firm reference 195355), IG Index Ltd (114059) and IG Trading and Investments Ltd (944492). The parent company, IG Group Holdings plc, is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
Alongside its own web platform and app, IG offers TradingView, MetaTrader 4, ProRealTime for advanced charting and L2 Dealer for direct market access. On its UK site IG states that 69% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with the provider.
Strengths
- Three FCA-authorised UK companies with published firm reference numbers
- More than 50 years in the market
- Wide platform choice, including ProRealTime and L2 Dealer
Worth checking
- This profile covers IG's UK companies; clients elsewhere are served by other IG entities
- 69% of retail CFD accounts lose money, according to IG's UK site
- Some platforms and products are available only in certain countries
Regulation and legal entities
| Regulator | Company and licence | Tier | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCA Financial Conduct Authority · United Kingdom | IG Markets Ltd 195355 | 1 | Listed by broker |
| FCA Financial Conduct Authority · United Kingdom | IG Index Ltd 114059 | 1 | Listed by broker |
| FCA Financial Conduct Authority · United Kingdom | IG Trading and Investments Ltd 944492 | 1 | Listed by broker |
Accounts and platforms
- Platforms
- IG web platform, IG app, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer
- Account types
- —
- Minimum deposit
- Varies by company and payment method
- Commission
- —
Sources
IG: common questions
Is IG regulated in the UK?
Yes. IG Markets Ltd (195355), IG Index Ltd (114059) and IG Trading and Investments Ltd (944492) are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. You can check each number on the FCA's Financial Services Register.
When was IG founded?
IG was founded in London in 1974, originally as a spread betting firm.
Does IG support MetaTrader and TradingView?
Yes. IG's UK site lists MetaTrader 4 and TradingView alongside its own platform, ProRealTime and L2 Dealer.
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