An IG share dealing account is different from a spread betting or CFD trading account in that you actually own physical shares as opposed to trading derivatives. The ability to deal in shares with IG means that you can invest in companies for the long term alongside your short-term higher-risk speculation.
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IG Share Dealing Review
Name: IG Share Dealing
Description: With IG you can deal in over 13,000+ shares, funds and investment trusts with zero commission on US shares, and just £3 on UK shares1, with a foreign exchange fee of just 0.5%. You can also deal on a limited amount US shares while the market is closed.
Capital at risk.
Summary
An excellent share dealing platform for those who want to deal shares regularly in the short and long term.
- Investments: Shares, ETFs, funds & bonds
- Minimum deposit: £1
- Account types: GIA, ISA, SIPP, CFDs, spread betting
- Share dealing account charge: £24 per quarter
- Share dealing fee: £8
Fees: There is zero commission on US share dealing and just £3 on UK share dealing when you trade three or more times a month. Standard share dealing fees are £8 for UK and £10 for US shares.
Pros
- Low £8 share dealing fee*
- UK & international shares
- Low account fee
Cons
- Derivatives products
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Pricing
(4.5)
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Market Access
(4.5)
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Online Platform
(4.5)
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Customer Service
(4)
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Research & Analysis
(4.5)
Overall
4.4- Expert opinion: IG reviewed & rated
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