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When you hear the word ‘trader’ or ‘trading’, what do you think of? And when you hear ‘the home of South African traders’, is there any one company that comes to mind? The truth is, anyone can be a trader. Which is why as a trader, whatever your level of experience, you need a partner you can trust.
IG aims to enable the pursuit of financial freedom for the ambitious. With its wide selection of markets, its strong focus on education and its client-first philosophy, it’s no surprise that IG is recognised around the world as a leader in online trading.1
What is trading?
Trading is the act of buying and selling financial assets in a financial market. You can trade on a variety of markets, including stock indices, shares, futures, options and commodities.
To fully maximise potential and find opportunities, you need access to as many markets as possible. At IG, you can browse over 17,000 markets to find the options that best suit your financial circumstances and risk appetite.
What are CFDs?
With IG, you’ll be able to trade using contracts for difference (CFDs). CFDs are leveraged derivatives, which allow you to speculate on the price movements of an underlying asset (like a stock index or commodity) without ever owning it. Because they’re leveraged, you get access to larger trade (or position) without having to pay the full amount upfront. Just keep in mind that leverage doesn’t only amplify your returns, but your losses as well.
Why trade CFDs with IG?
IG is not only the No.1 CFD broker in South Africa,2 it’s also the originator of this trading category. The company – which has operations in 20 countries across five continents – boasts nearly 50 years of experience and expertise. It’s authorised and regulated by the FCA (UK) and the FSCA (SA), so clients can focus on their trading goals with complete peace of mind.
IG offers a cutting-edge web-based trading platform3 designed for traders, by traders. In addition, its award-winning mobile apps4 – which are available for all devices – make it possible for you to trade on the go, whenever inspiration hits.
The newsletters and articles it publishes contain global market insights and in-depth analysis of current events. Paired with its other educational offerings in the form of online courses, webinars and seminars, you’ll get access to a holistic and well-rounded library of resources to grow your knowledge and sharpen your skills.
If you’d like to experience trading with IG completely free of charge, you can open a demo account and practise your strategy with R1,000,000 in virtual funds. Or you can open a live account – the entire process is done online, so it’s quick and hassle-free.
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[1] Based on revenue excluding FX (published financial statements, October 2021). Best overall personal wealth provider as awarded at the Online Personal Wealth Awards, 2020.
2 Awarded Top CFD Broker by Intellidex in the Intellidex Awards 2021.
3 Awarded 'best finance app' and 'best multi-platform provider' at the ADVFN International Financial Awards 2020.
4 As awarded at the Investors Chronicle and Financial Times Investment and Wealth Management Awards 2018, and at the Professional Trader Awards 2019.
About IG Markets South Africa: IG Markets South Africa was established in 2010 and is regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (in South Africa) as an over-the-counter derivative provider and an authorised financial services provider (FSP No 41393). IG has an office in Sandton which serves a dual purpose. Firstly, to give South African traders access to thousands of financial markets, and secondly, to provide an operations hub that provides services to the wider IG group. IG’s board and senior management in South Africa consists of largely South Africans making it a truly South African operation.
CFD losses can exceed your deposits.
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