IG Group Holdings plc posted its scheduled trading update for the three months ended November, showing growth across key segments, driven by CFD, stock, and retail trading. Net trading revenue reached £271 million, up nearly 30% on the previous year. The United States remained the fastest-growing market, with tastytrade generating over $65 million.

Customer activity surged, with first trades rising 64% and active accounts increasing 8% year-on-year. CEO Breon Corcoran noted that “strategic initiatives were translating into revenue growth and accelerating client acquisition”.

UK, APAC Markets Drive IG Growth

Stock trading and investments revenue also climbed, supported by IG’s zero-commission UK proposition, now expanded to Ireland, Singapore, and France. UK and Ireland share dealing volumes nearly doubled year-on-year, with overseas trades accounting for over 40% of activity.

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IG’s crypto expansion gained momentum after securing FCA and MiCA licences, paving the way for 2026 growth across APAC, the Middle East, and Europe. Meanwhile, Freetrade, acquired earlier this year, continued strong performance, with assets under administration reaching £3.3 billion and total revenue up 31% on the prior year.