Indices CFD trading with IG

Start trading indices CFDs with simple platforms, guided learning, and expert support available round the clock.

FTSE 100 listed¹
50+ years of expertise
800k+ clients

Why trade indices CFDs with IG?

Wide choice of indices

Access more than 80 global indices², including the FTSE 100, Wall Street, and Germany 40.

Multiple trading platforms

Use a web based platform, mobile app, and third-party platforms such as MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, and ProRealTime to monitor positions.

Advanced charting tools

Track market movements with clear, fast charts and deepen your analysis using ProRealTime.

What our clients say

Mr Woods

Lwellyn D’Vine was very helpfull

Lwellyn D’Vine was very helpfull
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Easy. Comission free.

Easy. As there areno fees , you can invest even small amounts
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Customer service from Charel was fantastic! Relentless until the process resolved
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Great customer services!!

IG was the first company I joined in 2001 and over the years I have benefited in knowledge. Andrew has promised to sort out my trading platform. This is fantastic and great customer service and support have always been provided.
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Great customer friendly experience from Lwellyn D’Vine, customer executive who is very knowledgeable and helped me resolve my query quickly.
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I had a query about the interest being added to my account, and it was answered in about a minute. So thank you for that. I can't really expect it to be any quicker. Very good.
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80+ global indices² at your fingertips

Popular indices
New indices
Weekend indices

	Sell	Buy	Updated	Change
Wall Street
Hong Kong HS50
Hong Kong Tech
US 500
US Tech 100
FTSE 100
Australia 200
Germany 40

	Sell	Buy	Updated	Change
Crypto 10 Index
USFANG
Emerging Markets Index
Hong Kong Tech
AI Index

	Sell	Buy	Updated	Change
Weekend Wall Street
Weekend Hong Kong HS50
Weekend UK 100
Weekend Germany 40

Note: Prices above are subject to our website terms and conditions. Prices above are indicative only.

Fees for trading indices CFDs with IG

Margin

CFD trading on indices lets you use leverage, so you only need to put down margin to open a position.
The margin required will vary depending on the market.

Spreads

The spread is the cost of trading, calculated as the difference between buy and sell prices.
Minimum spreads start from 0.4 points on the US 500, 1 point on the FTSE 100, 1.2 on Germany 40, 1 on US Tech 100, and 2.4 points on Wall Street.

Note: Additional charges may apply, including currency conversion charges.

Ready to trade indices CFDs with IG’s award-winning platform?³

Join 800k+ clients and open your account in minutes.

Trade indices CFDs on these platforms

Web trading

Trade over 80 global indices² online. Fast execution, advanced charts, and live market analysis in one platform.

Mobile app

Stay connected anywhere. Track positions, set alerts, and trade indices from your phone.

ProRealTime

Trade indices CFDs with professional-grade charts, 100+ technical indicators, automated trading strategies, and fully customisable workspaces.

MetaTrader 4

Trade with customisable charts and automated strategies.

MetaTrader 5

Trade indices CFDs with advanced charting tools, custom indicators, and support for automated trading strategies.

TradingView

Chart, trade, and connect with traders using real-time data and technical tools.

Get ready to trade indices CFDs

Explore our indices CFDs trading guides and resources.

What are indices and how to trade them?

Indices are benchmarks that measure the performance of a group of shares, and you can trade them through CFDs to speculate on whether their value will rise or fall without owning the underlying stocks.

How to trade the FTSE 100?

You can trade the FTSE 100 through cash indices and index futures.

How to manage trading risks?

You can manage trading risks by using tools like stop-losses, guaranteed stops⁴, limit orders, and setting alerts to protect your capital and control potential losses.

Step 1

Create your account

Apply within minutes. No minimum to open.

Step 2

Fund your account

Bank transfer or card. Instant confirmation.

Step 3

Start trading

Access major global indices, including the US 500, UK 100, Germany 40, and more.

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Step 1

Create your account

Apply within minutes. No minimum to open.
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Step 2

Fund your account

Bank transfer or card. Instant confirmation.
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Step 3

Start trading

Access major global indices, including the US 500, UK 100, Germany 40, and more.

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¹IG International Limited is part of the IG Group and its ultimate parent company is IG Group Holdings Plc. IG Group established in London in 1974, and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 index.
² We offer 81 indices markets for CFD trading
³ Best Multi-Platform Provider and Best Platform for the Active Trader as awarded at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2026.
⁴ You’ll pay a small premium only if your guaranteed stop is triggered.