Why IG Index? | Award-winning Spread Betting

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Why IG Index?

Market Leader
Our commitment to innovation has been rewarded with recognition as the world leader in spread betting 
Tight Spreads
Lower spreads including 1 point on FTSE DFB, 2 points on Wall St DFB and from 0.8 pips on EUR/USD 
Client Money Protection
All client funds are completely safe as they are held on a segregated basis in line with FSA rules  
PureDeal Technology
Our browser-based platform offers cutting-edge technology – also available on your mobile or iPhone 
Full Range of Markets
We quote on thousands of shares, plus indices, major and exotic forex pairs, commodities and more 
Client Education
Try our extensive range of free seminars, and start spread betting with our TradeSense programme 
Risk Management
Use Guaranteed Stops to put an absolute cap on any losses or try a Trailing Stop to lock in profits 
Low Deposits
Use our risk management tools to increase your leverage, giving you even lower deposit requirements 

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.

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