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  1. CharlotteIG
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 6 April 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.
     
                                                                   
     
    Please note there are no special divs.
     
    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.
  2. 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. 
  3. 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.
  4. CharlotteIG
    Volatility reminder and extended weekend closure
    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. 
    Please note, however, that there will be a delayed open on our cryptocurrency and weekend markets on Saturday 14 March, to allow for scheduled maintenance which should improve platform stability. These markets are planned to reopen at 8am (UK time), rather than the normal 4am. We’re sorry if this causes you any inconvenience.  
    Circuit-breakers may affect your trades 
    At times of high volatility, regulated central exchanges may suspend trading on one side of the underlying market (an event known as a circuit-breaker). This happened to the Dow Jones Industrial Average this week, for example. IG follows suit whenever a circuit-breaker occurs. 
     Circuit-breakers aim to restrict trading in order to avert market crashes or spikes. The restrictions are called ‘up limits’ or ‘down limits’, depending on the direction that the market has moved. As trading is suspended in the underlying market, it will impact how you trade with us.  
    •   An up limit is the maximum amount that the price of a stock index or commodity futures contract will be allowed to increase in a single trading session. If hit, it means that buying will be suspended in the underlying market.  
    •  A down limit is the opposite to an up limit – it sets the maximum amount that the price of a stock index or commodity futures contract will be allowed to decrease in a single trading session. If breached, it means that selling will be suspended in the underlying market.  
    If you want more information on up limit and down limit you can find that here: https://www.ig.com/uk/glossary-trading-terms/limit-up--limit-down-definition
     
    At IG, when a down limit has occurred, you will only be able to buy – whether to open or close a position – through phone dealing. However, please be aware that the price may be significantly lower when the market re-opens.  
  5. CharlotteIG
    Changes to opening hours from 8 March 
    Between Sunday 8 March and Sunday 29 March, US and Canadian markets will trade one hour earlier than usual in UK time. This is to reflect the start of Daylight Saving Time (DST) in the US on the former date, and British Summer Time (BST) in the UK on the latter.

    Please note the following changes during this period (all times GMT):
    • US & Canadian equities (including equity options) markets will be open between 1.30pm and 8pm. As a result, dividend adjustments to US indices will happen at 8pm.
    • 'All Sessions' shares will be open from 8am to midnight Monday-Thursday, and 8am to 9pm on Fridays
    • FX & cryptocurrency overnight funding will be applied for positions held through 9pm (5pm EDT)
     

    On Fridays
    • FX markets, commodities, 24-hour index markets and the dealing desk will close at 9pm, instead of 10pm

    • New York Cocoa, Sugar and Coffee, and London Sugar all close an hour earlier

    • Any expiring US markets will be settling an hour earlier than usual
    On Saturdays
    • Cryptocurrencies and weekend indices will open at 4am (as normal)
    On Sundays
    • FX markets will open at 9pm

    • All 24-hour index markets will open at 10pm, instead of 11pm

    • Weekend indices will be rolled over at 9.40pm, instead of 10.40pm

    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
    Dividend Adjustments 2 Mar - 9 Mar
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 2 Mar 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.
     

    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.
  7. 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.
  8. CharlotteIG
    Changes to trading hours on Presidents' Day 
    Opening hours on certain markets will change for Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 February 2020, as the US observes Presidents' Day - also known as Washington's Birthday. Below you can find the changes, please note it's all GMT. 
    Monday 17 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 18th February
    Livestock opens at 2:30pm and lumber at 3pm. This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it is possible that these hours could change.
    All the best 
  9. CharlotteIG
    We've released our new Share dealing platform. 
    This includes the following: 
    News workspace Filter and search Better charts The deal ticket  Alerts News and analysis Account balances  
    You can find our walk through video on our website:  https://www.ig.com/uk/help-and-support/investments/share-dealing-and-isas/how-do-i-use-the-share-dealing-platform
    Give me any feedback you have and I will happily pass it onto the developers. 
  10. 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. 
  11. CharlotteIG
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 30 Dec 2019. 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.
     


    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
    Hey everyone, happy almost holidays. 
    I wanted to let you know about some changes to market trading hours over the festive period (all listed in UK time):
     
     
    This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but it's possible that these hours could change. For full information on our most popular markets' dealing hours over Christmas, visit our Christmas opening hours page.
    Let me know if you need clarification on this. 
     
  13. CharlotteIG
    Expected index adjustments 
    Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 16 Dec 2019. 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.

    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
    During the US Thanksgiving holiday, we will be making some changes to our usual trading hours. These adjustments will take place between Wednesday 27 November and Friday 29 November 2019, after which we’ll go back to normal trading hours.  (All times below are GMT).

    Wednesday 27 November Usual closing times on US markets, US equities post-market open as normal.  

    Thursday 28 November US equity markets will be closed. 
    US index futures close early at 6pm. We will make an out-of-hours price on Wall Street, US 500 and US Tech 100 until futures re-open at 11pm. 
    The Volatility Index closes early at 4.30pm. 
    US Crude closes at 6pm, Brent Crude closes at 6.30pm.  
    The US 30-Day Fed Funds Rate and the US Dollar Basket close at 6pm. 
    Metals, including Gold and Silver, close at 6pm. 
    US soft commodities will be closed. London Sugar No.5 closes early at 5pm. 
    Friday 29 November US equity markets will close early at 6pm. There will be no pre or post-market trading. 
    US index futures and the Volatility Index will close early at 6.15pm. We will make an out-of-hours price on Wall Street, US 500 and US Tech 100 until 9pm. 
    US Crude closes at 6.45pm, Brent Crude closes at 7pm.   
    The US 30-Day Fed Funds Rate and the US Dollar Basket close at 6.15pm.   
    Metals, including Gold and Silver, close at 6.45pm.   
    Cotton opens late at 1pm. Chicago Wheat opens late at 2.30pm. US soft commodities (except New York No.11 Sugar) will close early at 6pm. Lumber trades 3-6pm, Live Cattle trades 2-6.15pm.  
    The futures desk and all 24-hour indices close at 9pm, FX closes at 10pm. 
     
    Let me know if you need clarification on this. 
     
  15. CharlotteIG
    Trade ByteDance (TikTok) ahead of its IPO, with the IG 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.
     
    Where to find the grey market on the platform 
    You can find this grey market on the platform by selecting Popular Markets> ByteDance (TikTok) IPO Market Cap (US$Bn)

     
    Let me know if you have any questions about this!  
  16. CharlotteIG

    Podcasts from IG

    By CharlotteIG,

    Why we've started making Podcasts
    Podcasts are a great way to develop your trading knowledge and prepare for your time on the markets. You can explore different trends and events with our market deep dives as well as gain incite from our in-house experts and guests. 
     
    Where can you find them?
    Our Podcasts are now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. You can also find more information by following the link here.
     
    What Podcasts have we made so far?
    The IG Trading the Markets podcasts cover a range of topics on current market trends and educational material. Below you can find a list of the podcasts available so far.

     
    We have been looking at your interests and realised that you wanted more information on Cannabis.
    If you have anything you would like us to talk about, let us know by commenting so we can priorities your topics for our podcasts. 
  17. 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. 
  18. CharlotteIG
    We're happy to announce that both Bollinger %B and  Bollinger Bandwidth are now available to use on the web platform and mobile app. 
    Bollinger %B
    Bollinger %B indicator helps you work out where price is in relation to the upper and lower Bollinger Bands.
    This shows a reading of 1 if the price is trading at the upper band, or 0 if it's at the lower band. 
    Bollinger %B allows you to take readings of divergences that often precede market reversals:
    A bearish divergence occurs when there are lower highs in %B during an uptrend in price (higher highs) A bullish divergence occurs when there are higher lows in %B during a downtrend in price (lower lows)
     
    Bollinger Bandwidth
    The Bollinger Bandwidth gives a reading on the distance between the upper and lower Bollinger Bands:
    A low reading could be a sign that volatility is about to rise. Low volatility is often seen as a precursor to a spike in price. You can use the tool in a highly trending market. A fall in volatility is often seen when markets are consolidating, or momentum is building for the next move. A reversal in the direction of the bandwidth can be a sign of a market reversal, as it could mean a recent surge or slump in price is losing momentum

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