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IG Review

One of the oldest and most trusted brokers
★★★★★★★★★★ 4.4 / 5
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Trading involves risk of loss
XAUUSD spread0.30
Min deposit$0
Max leveragevaries
Founded1974
Rating4.4/5

Overview

IG (1974) is a listed, globally regulated broker and one of the most established names in the industry, accepting traders in the US, UK, Australia and many other markets.

Pros

  • Regulated by the FCA, ASIC, NFA/CFTC (US) and more
  • Huge instrument range
  • Excellent platform and charting
  • Listed company with a long track record
  • Strong research

Cons

  • Spread-only gold pricing rather than raw plus commission
  • Premium feel comes with standard, not raw, pricing
  • Leverage capped in regulated regions

Gold (XAUUSD) trading conditions

IG uses spread-only pricing on gold CFDs, so there is no separate commission to add. That makes the quoted spread the whole cost, which is unusual among brokers at this regulatory level.

Key facts

Regulation
FCA, ASIC, NFA/CFTC, MAS, FINMA
Platforms
IG web and mobile, MetaTrader 4, ProRealTime and L2 Dealer.
Account types
CFD and spread-betting (UK), plus a US forex arm (tastyfx).
Deposits
Cards and bank transfer with fast processing.

Support & contact

Verdict

A blue-chip broker for traders who value trust, range and platform quality. Best for those who want an established, listed broker.

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Disclaimer: This review is editorial and for information only, not investment advice. The rating reflects our assessment of regulation, cost, execution and reputation. Spreads are indicative and can change. The link above may be a partner link. Trading forex and gold on leverage carries a high risk of losing money; always confirm the broker accepts your country and check your local regulator first.

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