IG Index review and offers

IG Trading and Investments Limited is authorised and regulated by the FCA (register number 944492). Your eligible investments are protected up to £85,000 per person by the FSCS. IG Group has been operating for over 50 years and is listed on the FTSE 250, providing an additional layer of transparency through public reporting requirements.

IG’s share dealing service suits cost-conscious investors who want zero commission on equity trades and no platform fees on ISA or GIA accounts. It works well if you want access to a wide range of global markets from a well-established provider. The platform is more feature-rich than beginner apps like Freetrade or Trading 212, which may appeal to confident investors but could feel complex for absolute beginners.

IG is a strong choice if you want zero-commission trading with no ongoing platform fees on your ISA or GIA. For buy-and-hold investors, the fee structure is hard to beat: you pay nothing to hold your investments and nothing to trade. The SIPP is less compelling due to the £205/year admin fee and £250 transfer fee, so consider other providers for pensions. The platform is feature-rich and may feel more complex than beginner-focused apps, but the cost savings make it worth considering for anyone comfortable managing their own investments. Check our investment comparison tool to see how IG stacks up against other platforms on fees.