IG Index is Britain's leading financial spread betting firm, offering prices in a wide range of equities, commodities, indices, currencies and more. Spread betting has grown exponentially in the last 10 years because it offers traders and investors a unique combination of flexibility, speed of execution and tax-free* profits.
For more details or to apply for a IG Index Account go to
IG Index.
Remember that financial spread betting is a leveraged product and can result in losses that exceed your initial deposit. Spread betting may not be suitable for everyone, so please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved.
IG Index is Authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, FSA Register number 114059.
Note - Spread Betting carries a high level of risk to your capital and you can lose more than your initial investment, it may not be suitable for all investors. Ensure you only speculate with money that you can afford to lose and that you fully understand the risks involved and seek independent financial advice where necessary.
'IG Index', Review by D. Jones, last update: 30-Jul-10
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Risk Warning:
Spread Betting carries a high level of risk
to your capital and you can lose more than your initial investment,
it may not be suitable for all investors. Ensure you only
speculate with money that you can afford to lose and that you fully
understand the risks involved and seek independent financial advice where necessary.
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