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  1. CharlotteIG
    Gamestop AMC trading restrictions
    Due to the recent extreme volatility, and in order to prioritise the service we give our existing clients, we are not allowing any new positions to be opened on the US stocks GameStop and AMC Entertainment.

    These restrictions apply to all IG accounts, and will be reviewed regularly. You will still be able to close any open positions that you have in these stocks. Any orders that you have already placed on these two stocks will remain.

    In addition, if you have any spread betting or CFD positions on either stock, please be aware that the margin required to keep your positions open will increase to that listed below from 4pm (UK time) on Monday 1 February. Please ensure that you have enough money on your account to cover the margin requirement. Stock New margin AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc 100% GameStop Corp 100%  
    Margin increase
    Due to increased volatility, from 4pm (UK time) on 1 February 2021 we are increasing margin requirements for a range of stocks: Stock Tier 1 margin Palantir Technologies Inc 50% Macerich Co 100% Blackberry Ltd (CA) 100% AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc 100% GameStop Corp 100% Blackberry Ltd (US) 100% SunPower Corp 100% Gogo Inc 100% Bed Bath & Beyond Inc 100% Accelerate Diagnostics Inc 50% Ligand Pharmaceuticals Inc 100% National Beverage Corp 100% AMC Networks Inc 100% American Airlines Group Inc (All Sessions) 25% Nokia OYJ - ADR 25% Nokia OYJ (Fin) 25% Nokia OYJ (DE) 25% Nokia OYJ (SE) 25% Nokia Corporation 25% ContextLogic Inc 100% Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc (Ord) 100% Sundial Growers Inc 100% Dillard's Inc 100% Fossil Group Inc 100% iRobot Corp 100% Tootsie Roll Industries Inc 100% National CineMedia Inc 100% CEL-SCI Corporation 100% GSX Techedu Inc 100% Vir Biotechnology Inc 100% Seritage Growth Properties 100% How will I be affected? If you have any open positions on these stocks at 4pm (UK time) on Monday 1 February 2021, then the margin required to keep those positions open will change. You’ll need to have enough money in your account to cover the increase and prevent your positions from being closed out.

    Margin requirements for working orders will also be subject to the new rate.

    Changes to margin rates are the same for daily funded bets and forward bets, and for cash CFDs. For full details of how we calculate our margins, please contact us on the details below.
  2. CharlotteIG
    Improve trading performance with our new tool
    Discover our new trade analytics tool, designed to help you evaluate and improve your trading performance. Accessed directly in the platform, it enables you to:
    ·        Gain deeper insight into your winning and losing trades
    ·        Identify and eliminate expensive trading mistakes
    ·        See your total returns, including all fees and adjustments
    ·        Monitor how much you pay in costs and charges
    We want you to keep building on your trading successes. To do that, you need data that lets you see exactly what worked well, and what didn’t. That’s why we’ll soon be adding extra features to make your trades even more transparent, as we continue to enhance the tool.
     
    Where can I find the tool?
    The new feature can be found in the  ‘live accounts’ tab in My IG and select ‘trade analytics’ on the left-hand menu.

     
     
    Where can I discuss this tool in the community
    We did test this tool with some traders late last year meaning some clients would have seen the tool before others. If you want to chat with other traders about this feature, click on the forum below: 
     
     
  3. CharlotteIG

    VIX Options

    By CharlotteIG,

    We've released options for the Volatility Index. You can find them on our platform under the options tab> Indices.
    Options, when buying the call/ put, are a great way to get involved in market movement whilst having limited risk. 
    Dealing hours : 09:00:00 – 21:15:00 GMT Monday-Friday
    Contracts offered : Currently offer the next two months (November and December) 
    Expiry for monthly options : Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
    Last trade : 21:15 GMT the day before expiry
    Settlement : Settled basis the Special Opening Quotation (SOQ) of VIX calculated by the opening prices of the SPX constituents used to calculate the VIX index on settlement date

     
    If you need any clarification on how options work, contact me through the community or give our help desk a call. 
  4. CharlotteIG

    Dividend Adjustments for 11-Jan to 18-Jan

    By CharlotteIG,


    Dividend Adjustments
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 11th Jan 2020. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.



    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
     
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    UKK
    BME LN
    14/01/2021
    Special Div
    20
    RTY
    CNXN US
    11/01/2021
    Special Div
    32
    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  5. CharlotteIG
    May bank holiday trading hours
    There will be some changes to our normal opening hours over the public holidays in May. Check the table below to see how the changes could impact your trading.

     
    We have tried to make this information as accurate as possible, but it is intended for guidance only and is subject to change.
     
  6. CharlotteIG

    Can I trade share options with IG?

    By CharlotteIG,


    Educational
    Can I trade share options with IG?
    This question has been popping up around the community. Yes, you can trade a range of share options with us. Select popular stocks are available to trade on our web platform, and our full range is available to trade by phone.
    Can I trade share options online, or do I have to phone to deal?
    That depends on which markets you’d like to trade. We are testing online trading for share options, and to start off with we’re offering Tesla shares (weekly and monthly expiries).
    Over the coming weeks we hope to expand this offering, depending on client demand.
    You can trade our full range of share options – offering stocks from the world’s major exchanges – by phone on 0800 409 6789.

    How do I trade share options online?
    You can trade weekly and monthly share options in our web platform. Rather than finding them in the options flyout, each has their own watchlist. For example, you’d trade Tesla from the ‘Tesla Options’ watchlist:
     
     
    What are share options?
    Share options are contracts that enable you to trade on the price movement of an underlying stock. You can use share options to take a view on whether you think a stock’s price will be above or below a certain level – the strike price – at the option’s expiry.
    Normally, buying a share option would give you the right to buy or sell a share at the strike on expiry. However, when you trade share options with us, rather than trading an option directly, you’re trading a CFD on an option’s price.
    All this means is that, instead of having the right to buy or sell shares at a certain price, your positions will be cash-settled on expiry. So you’ll never have to worry about delivering, or taking delivery of, the underlying shares.
    As with more traditional options, you’ll never risk more than your initial payment when buying.
    You can trade select share options on our web platform, and phone 0800 409 6789 to deal on our full range .
    Which stocks can I trade using share options?
    You can currently trade Tesla (weekly and monthly expiries) online,. We hope to expand this offering over the coming weeks depending on client demand.
    You can also trade our full range of share options over the phone, on 0800 409 6789. As long as there is a tradable option in the underlying, we offer all options on shares in the FTSE® 100, the DOW 30, the S&P 500, the Nasdaq 100 and some large cap Canadian and Australian stocks, as well as on a large selection of European options traded on Eurex or Euronext.
    What are the dealing hours of share options?
    Dealing hours for share options are as follows:
    UK share options: 08:00–16:30 (London time) American share options: 14:30–21:00 (London time)* European shares: Market hours for the relevant exchange. Please ask for current details Australian share options: 10:00-15:55 (Sydney time)* *It may sometimes not be possible to quote a particular share option if there is no price being published in the underlying market.
    How much does trading share options cost?
    We charge a spread depending on where the shares you’re trading originate:
    5c on US shares 3p on UK shares 3c on European shares You can find the full details in the ‘share options’ tab of our fees and charges.
  7. CharlotteIG

    We’re adding more extended-hours stocks

    By CharlotteIG,


    Product updates
    We’re pleased to announce that from 3pm (UK time) on 4 January 2021, we’ll add the following stocks to our All Session US shares offering:
    NIO Inc - ADR Peloton Interactive Inc Zoom Video Communications Inc Beyond Meat Inc Airbnb Inc You’ll be able to trade CFDs and spread bet on these stocks from 9am – 1am Monday to Thursday, and from 9am – 10pm on Fridays (all UK times).

    For share dealing, we’ll quote these stocks from 12pm – 10.30pm Monday to Thursday and from 12pm – 10pm on Fridays (all UK times).
    Will my positions be affected?
    If you trade CFDs and/or spread bet with us, normal margin requirements will apply during these extended hours. Stops, limits and orders to open can be triggered during these times so please ensure that you have sufficient funds in your account to cover any open positions on these markets.
  8. CharlotteIG

    Brexit Update: for EEA clients

    By CharlotteIG,


    Essential
    Brexit Update: for EEA clients
    As we’ll no longer be able to service EEA clients after the Brexit transition period ends, your CFD account will be set to ‘closings only’ from 31 December 2020. You’ll have at least 30 days to close your positions, before they are closed at the prevailing price from 31 January 2021. Your account will then be closed.

    If you have previously agreed to transfer your account to IG Europe but have not received confirmation that the transfer has taken place, please email the helpdesk / live chat us as soon as possible so we can look into this.

    What if I want to keep trading CFDs with IG?

    Transfer your account to IG Europe to keep trading CFDs with IG. IG Europe is based in Germany and is authorised and regulated by BaFin and Bundesbank. It offers a range of financial products depending on your location, including CFDs, options and turbos.

    To transfer, please log in to My IG and follow the prompts. If you do not see any prompts, please reply to this email as soon as possible – and no later than 8 January 2021.

    Please note that, after 31 December, you will still be placed on closings only until your account has been successfully transferred. Therefore if you consent to the transfer, you won’t be able to open any new positions from 31 December until the transfer has taken place. We expect the transfer to happen in mid-January, and we will notify you of your transfer date in advance.
    What if I want to keep spread betting with IG?

    Transfer your account to IG Europe to keep spread betting with IG. IG Europe is based in Germany and is authorised and regulated by BaFin and Bundesbank. It offers a range of financial products depending on your location, including spread bets, CFDs, options and turbos.

    To transfer, please log in to My IG and follow the prompts. If you do not see any prompts, please reply to this email as soon as possible – and no later than 8 January 2021.

    Please note that, after 31 December, you will still be placed on closings only until your account has been successfully transferred. Therefore if you consent to the transfer and verify your ID, you won’t be able to open any new positions from 31 December until the transfer has taken place. We expect the transfer to happen in mid-January, and we will notify you of your transfer date in advance.

    What if I want to keep share dealing with IG?
    After 31 December 2020, we will no longer be able to offer share dealing accounts to EEA clients. If you have a share dealing account with us, it will therefore be set to ‘closings only’ from 31 December 2020 and we reserve the right to sell your holdings and close your account from 31 March. This means that you’ll have at least three months to close your positions or transfer them to another provider.

    Please note that we will not charge you any commission for selling your shares between 31 December 2020 and 31 March 2021.

    You can find out how to transfer your positions out of IG here. Please note you may experience a delay in having your positions moved.
     
  9. CharlotteIG
    We're offering weekly equity options on the platform for some stocks over earning season. Meaning you don't have to call us if you want to trade certain equity options. This week it's Baidu Inc. We're also offering Tesla but that will stay on the platform going forward whereas the weekly options will change depending on which week of earnings season we're in. 
     
    What is an Equity option?
    Equity options are a form of derivative used exclusively to trade shares as the underlying asset.
    In essence, equity options work in an extremely similar way to other options, such as forex or commodities. They offer the trader the right, but not the obligation, to purchase (or sell) a set amount of shares at a certain level (referred to as the ‘strike price’) before it expires. To buy an option, traders will pay a premium.
    When are these available to trade?
    These equity options will be available in the main session (14:30 - 21:00 UK time). 
    Where to find them?
    You can find them under 'Weekly US Equity options' on the left list on your web platform. 

     
    Earning season information for this month: 

  10. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 31st May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    HSCEI
    2601 HK
    01/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  11. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 14th June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

     
    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    CAC
    ORA FP
    15/06/2021
    Special Div
    20
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  12. CharlotteIG
    Retail traders: 
    As of 6 January 2021, new FCA rules mean that you will no longer be to trade cryptocurrencies using derivatives like spread bets and CFDs if you’re classified as a retail trader. Professional traders, however, can continue trading cryptocurrencies as usual.         

    You can find out whether you’re eligible to be classified as a professional using our criteria. Professionals are also eligible for lower margin rates, monthly rebates and credit facilities, amongst other features.   
    What happens now?
    You will be able to open cryptocurrency trades as a retail client with us until 5 January 2021. After this, your positions will be set to ‘closings only’, with no deadline to close.
     
    Professional traders: 
    As of 6 January 2021, new FCA rules mean that only professional traders  will be able to trade cryptocurrencies using derivatives like spread bets and CFDs.
    We want to let you know that pro clients are can continue trading cryptocurrencies as usual – your positions won’t be impacted. This means you’ll still be able to trade eight major cryptocurrencies plus our Crypto 10 index, magnify your exposure with leverage and go long or short – all without a wallet.
    Find out more about cryptocurrency trading with IG.
     
    If you have any questions, comment below or join the following chat:
     
    You can also get in touch with our team 24 hours a day from 8am Saturday to 10pm Friday (UK time).
     
  13. CharlotteIG

    Dividend Adjustments 21st June 2021 - 28th June

    By CharlotteIG,


    Dividend Adjustments
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 21st June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    RTY
    TLYS US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    1
    RTY
    ONEW US
    25/06/2021
    Special Div
    1.8
    RTY
    ACRE US
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    0.02
    SPX
    TROW US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    3
    SPX
    WRB US
    24/06/2021
    Special Div
    0.5
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  14. CharlotteIG
    Dividend Adjustments 24 Feb - 2 Mar
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 24 Feb 2020. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
     
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    NKY
    9602 JP
    27/02/2020
    Special Div
    2000
    AS51
    TLS AU
    26/02/2020
    Special Div
    4.2857
    MEXBOL
    ORBIA* MM
    24/02/2020
    Special Div
    46.0838
    RTY
    NPK US
    28/02/2020
    Special Div
    500
    RTY
    PIPR US
    28/02/2020
    Special Div
    75
    RTY
    FIBK US
    28/02/2020
    Special Div
    60
    FBMKLCI
    MISC MK
    02/03/2020
    Special Div
    3
     
    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  15. CharlotteIG
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 1st June 2020. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

     
                                                                                         
    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
    Special Dividends: No special dividends 
         
    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
     
  16. CharlotteIG
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 23 March 2020. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     


    How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  17. CharlotteIG

    Presidents' Day trading hours 2021

    By CharlotteIG,


    Trading hour changes
    Presidents' Day trading hours 2021
    There will be some changes to our normal opening hours on Presidents’ Day – also known as Washington’s Birthday. Certain markets will be affected on Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 February 2021. Check the table below, and find out how these changes could impact your trading. Monday 15 February US equities and soft commodities are closed

    Canadian equities are closed (Family Day)

    US index futures close early at 6pm. We will make out-of-hours prices on the Dow, S&P and Nasdaq until futures reopen at 11pm

    US energies, metals (including Spot Gold and Silver), bonds, US interest rates and Dollar Basket close early at 6pm. They reopen at 11pm

    UK energies open as normal

    The Volatility index closes early at 4:30pm. It reopens at 11pm

    London Sugar closes early at 5pm Tuesday 16 February Livestock opens at 2:30pm and lumber at 3pm All times listed here are UK time. This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it is possible that these hours could change. We're here to help If you have any questions about this or need help with your account, you'll find quick answers in help and support. You can also get in touch with our team 24 hours a day from 8am Saturday to 10pm Friday (UK time).
  18. CharlotteIG

    Robinhood Grey market

    By CharlotteIG,

    Robinhood Grey market
    By taking a position on a grey market, you’re taking a position on a company’s potential market cap ahead of its initial public offering (IPO). The price of a grey market is a prediction of what the company’s total market capitalisation will be at the end of its first trading day.
    If you think the estimated value of the company is over- or under-priced, a grey market enables you to take advantage of this disparity before the shares are released publicly on the stock exchange.

    Why are traders interested in grey market stocks?
    Traders are interested in grey market stocks because it can be a way of taking advantage of movements in the company’s share price before it has actually listed.
    Also, any activity is usually taken as an indicator for the direction the stock price will take once it has listed. The pre-market price can be used to gauge the demand for the shares.
    How to trade grey market stocks.
    Grey market stocks are traded over-the-counter (OTC), which means that they are not offered by a stock exchange, but only by brokers and trading providers.
    By taking a position on a grey market stock, you’re taking a position on a company’s potential market capitalisation ahead of its IPO. If you think that the company will be worth more than the price indicated, you can buy the market. If you think that the price is an overvaluation, you can sell.

    When it comes to settling your trade, this can only be done once official trading of the share has begun. IG calculates the settlement price based on the official closing price of stock on after first day of trading, as reported by Bloomberg.
     
    We're LIVE with a grey market on the forthcoming Robinhood Grey market.
    The market Settles basis the market capitalisation of Robinhood at the official close of the primary exchange on the 1st day of unconditional trading excluding any outstanding and optional shares. All OPEN trades will be voided if there is no floatation by 31st Dec 2023.
    Float date is yet to be announced.
    Market info:
    Trading hours: Around the clock : bar 2115 Fri - 0800 Sat 
    Deposit factor: 25%
    Lot size: $10
    Min bet: £1 or $1 for CFD
    Max online size per clip: £50 (at this early stage)
     
    We are not offering working orders or non-guaranteed stops/ limits.
    CR stops are available with a stop distance of 5pts. Max size of £50 (for now) at any one level with 1 pt. spacings. CR premium has been set as 0.5pts.
     
    The market can found in the Popular Markets watchlist on Puredeal, WTP and mobile apps and the specific IPO Grey markets watchlist if available. It will not appear in the WTP search function.

     
    This market is available to clients in the UK, Australia, and most European sites (France, Spain and Portugal excluded). It is not available for clients based in Dubai, Japan, and Singapore.
  19. CharlotteIG

    Weekend margin

    By CharlotteIG,

    Changes to margin this weekend 
    We will be increasing a range of minimum  margin rates on new positions only going into the weekend, as per the below. No impact for retails traders or markets where minimums are already higher and no changes to any existing positions.
    Indices to 5% at 16:00 GMT FX/Gold to 3% at 16:00 GMT Oil (energies) to 15% at 16:00 GMT We will revert to lower margins rates on Sunday with minimum rates of 1% Indices/FX and 5% Oil. Once again these changes will be dependent on market conditions over the weekend.
    As mentioned in our last volatility reminder 
    Due to ongoing volatility, there is significant risk that markets may gap when they re-open on Sunday night. Please ensure that you’re comfortable with the size of your positions heading into the weekend, and also be aware that we may see circuit-breakers applied over the coming days – see below. 
    We urge you to do the following:  
    •   Monitor your positions closely at all times  
    •  Ensure you are comfortable with the size of your positions, and the effect that any market gap may have on them 
    •   Ensure you have sufficient funds on your account to cover your positions in the event of a significant market move  
     
    You can also use our weekend markets to hedge against risk on your weekday positions. 
  20. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 10th May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    HSCEI
    2688 HK
    14/05/2021
    Special Div
    0.32
    RTY
    RILY US
    14/05/2021
    Special Div
    0.45
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  21. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 28th June 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    TPX
    6592 JP
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    38
    TPX
    6502 JP
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    110
    XIN9I
    601601 CH
    30/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
    OMX
    TEL2B SS
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    3
    OMX
    VOLVB SS
    30/06/2021
    Special Div
    9.5
    RTY
    ACRE US
    29/06/2021
    Special Div
    2
     
                                                  How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  22. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 31st May 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.
     

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
                                                                                               
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    FBMKLCI
    SUCB MK
    24/05/2021
    Special Div
    13
    NIFTY
    BRIT IN
    25/05/2021
    Special Div
    1250
    NKY
    CSR AU
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    20.7143
    RTY
    GBL US
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    200
    RTY
    ANCB US
    28/05/2021
    Special Div
    20
    HSCEI
    2601 HK
    01/06/2021
    Special Div
    10
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  23. CharlotteIG
    Martin Luther King Jr Day- Change to Trading Hours
    Hey everyone, opening hours on certain markets will change for Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 January 2020, as it's a US federal holiday marking the birthday of Dr Martin Luther King Jr.

    All times listed here are UK time. This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it is possible that these hours could change. 
     
    All the best. 
  24. CharlotteIG
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 12th April 2021. If you have any queries or questions on this please let us know in the comments section below. For further information regarding dividend adjustments, and how they affect  your positions, please take a look at the video.

    NB: All dividend adjustments are forecasts and therefore speculative. A dividend adjustment is a 
    cash neutral adjustment on your account.
    Special Dividends
            Index
    Bloomberg Code
    Effective Date
    Summary
    Dividend Amount
    CAC
    STLA FP
    19/04/2021
    Special Div
    32
     
                      How do dividend adjustments work? 
    This information has been prepared by IG, a trading name of IG Markets Limited. In addition to the disclaimer below, the material on this page does not contain a record of our trading prices, or an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument. IG accepts no responsibility for any use that may be made of these comments and for any consequences that result. No representation or warranty is given as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Consequently any person acting on it does so entirely at their own risk. Any research provided does not have regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and needs of any specific person who may receive it. It has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research and as such is considered to be a marketing communication. Although we are not specifically constrained from dealing ahead of our recommendations we do not seek to take advantage of them before they are provided to our clients. See full non-independent research disclaimer and quarterly summary.
  25. CharlotteIG
    US jobs report preview: will markets look beyond slowing NFP trend?
    Friday’s US jobs report looks unlikely to derail the vaccine-led optimism that has dominated the past month.
    The November US jobs report due out on Friday provides traders with a fresh opportunity to gauge the direction of travel as the country continues to suffer at the hands of the coronavirus.
    With the month seeing widespread optimism over the impending vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna, and AstraZeneca, we have seen havens such as the dollar come under pressure. However, this impending jobs report should provide a gauge on whether markets should continue to focus on the future growth prospects or worry about the current economic weakness at the hands of the coronavirus. That jobs report will be released at 1.30pm on Friday 4 December.
    Tune in to IGTV live announcement and analysis this Friday at 13:25 UK time on the IG platform.
    Will improved ADP helps lift sentiment
    Markets are evidently preparing for a six-month period that will likely focus on the gradual recovery spurred on by an increasing rate of vaccination in the US. With that positive outlook for the future, the question this week is whether we should be worried about current economic weakness or not.
    The November ADP payrolls release seen on Wednesday highlighted an ongoing slowdown in the economic recovery, with a disappointing figure of 307,000 coming in well short of both expectations (433,000) and the October figure (404,000). Particular weakness came from the large businesses (over 500 employees), which halves its monthly hiring rate compared with October. While the ADP release is not the greatest gauge of how things will look on Friday, it does signal a unwelcome trajectory which has been in play over recent months.
    Friday's payrolls figure is expected to highlight that same downward trajectory, with forecasts pointing towards a figure of 500,000. That would represent the slowest growth in jobs since the pandemic recovery started in May. However, thinking from a trading perspective, the lack of any major reaction to Wednesday's poor ADP figure does highlight that short-term weakness is being largely ignored in anticipation of a vaccine-led recovery in 2021. With that in mind, it feels like the market reaction to a reading above forecasts would be more significant than a weaker non-farm payrolls (NFP) figure.
    Looking elsewhere within the report, unemployment is expected to continue its downward trajectory with a reading of 6.8% (from 6.9%). This highlights the fact that whilst the payrolls growth may be slowing, things are still moving in the right direction.
    Dollar index technical analysis
    The dollar has been under pressure over the past month, with the dollar index hitting the lowest level since April 2018. That trend remains key here, with a break up through the 0.9143 required to bring about a more bullish intraday picture. A better-than-expected jobs report would likely extend this dollar weakness, with haven demand drying up in the face of an expected economic rebound next year.

    S&P 500 technical analysis
    The S&P 500 has similarly been reacting to the recent upgrade in sentiment thanks to a wealth of vaccine announcements last month.
    While the price has been struggle to overcome the 3674 resistance level, it is likely we will soon break through to create a fresh record high. That outlook comes given the bullish entry into the current ascending triangle formation. With that in mind, further gains seem likely unless the price breaks back below the 3594 swing low.

    Joshua Mahony | Senior Market Analyst

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