CFD Trading on British Stocks

British stocks are traded in the London Stock Exchange. This exchange is listed in the largest stock exchanges of the world. IFC Markets offers 40 most popular stocks, including stocks of Barclays, Vodafone Group, BP, Lloyds Banking Group, Unilever and others.
Stock CFDs are traded with contract size of 100 shares each. On the stock exchange shares are quoted in pences while contracts are quoted in GPB.
Dividends on British stocks are calculated per 1 contract, i.e. on 100 stocks.

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Related Stocks Data

You can see the information on the current dividends payments and dates in the "Stock CFDs Dividend Dates" page.
You may see commissions for stocks trading in Commissions table.
You may see the dates of regular corporate earnings release in Corporate earnings calendar.
Temporary changes in margin requirements for CFD on several stocks due to corporate events you may see in Stock margin changes table.

Popular Stocks to Trade

Some Stocks move more than others, which can create more trading opportunities. Below are the most commonly traded instruments:

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Maximum Leverage

MetaTrader4 & MetaTrader5: 1:20 (margin 5%)
On NetTradeX the leverage for Stock CFDs is equal to the trading account leverage (maximum 1:20).

8 Stock Exchanges, 400+ Stock CFDs

We offer over 400 CFDs on the stocks of the following exchanges: NYSE | Nasdaq (USA), Xetra (Germany), LSE (UK), ASX (Australia), TSX (Canada), HKEx (Hong Kong), TSE (Japan).

Commission

Commission for one stock - 0.1%
The minimum commission (NetTradeX, MT4 accounts) - 1 GBP.
The minimum commission (MT5 accounts) - 1 USD / 1 EUR / 100 JPY

Stock CFD Dividend Adjustment = Stock Dividend

Holders of long (buy) positions in CFD receive a dividend adjustment equal to the dividend payment amount. When calculating a positive adjustment, a 20% tax is deducted from the amount of the adjustment. When calculating an adjustment, a commission is also possible.
More details in "Stock CFDs Dividend Dates" page.

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You can calculate the result of trading and the margin using the Profit/Loss Calculator and the Margin Calculator. You may see the dates of regular corporate earnings release in Corporate earnings calendar.

Online Stock Trading

Online stock trading has become one of the easiest ways to access the global financial markets. You no longer need to call a broker or fill out complicated paperwork. From your PC or mobile device, you can start trading stocks quickly using modern stock trading platforms.

When trading stocks, you can monitor live prices, place buy or sell orders instantly, and manage your positions in real time. Whether you’re interested in long term investing or short term trading, stocks online off er a wide range of opportunities. Online stock trading is also cost effective, with tight spreads and competitive fees that allow traders to keep more of their gains.

With IFC Markets, an award winning platform, you can trade stocks online using tools such as technical analysis, market overview, trading signals and trading news that enable you to make informed and smarter decisions.

What is Stock Trading?

Stock trading is the act of buying and selling company shares with the goal of making a profit. With stock CFD trading, you don’t need to own the shares. Instead, you trade contracts based on the price of the stock.

CFDs allow traders to speculate on both upward and downward movements. That means you can open a position whether the price is rising or falling.

Trading CFD shares also gives you access to global markets without the need for a traditional broker or large investment capital. You simply need an internet connection and a stock trading online account to get started.

How to Start Stock Trading?

Getting started with stock CFD trading is simple. Shall we

Open a CFD trading account: Sign up with IFC Markets. The process is quick and can be completed online in a few clicks.
Verify your identity: Upload the required documents to activate your CFD trading account.
Choose a stock trading platform: IFC Markets offers platforms for both beginners and advanced traders - MT4, MT5 and NetTradeX.
Fund your account: Add money using one of the secure payment methods.
Start trading online stocks: Browse available shares and start trading stocks.

All of this can be done through your PC or smartphone, making online stocks trading easier than ever.

Key Benefits of Investing in Stocks

Investing in stocks through CFDs has many benefits, let's take a look at them.

You don’t need to buy the actual share. You just trade on its price going up or down.
You can try to profit whether the stock price goes up or down.
You don’t need the full stock price to open a trade. A smaller amount is enough.
You can trade companies' shares from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and more - all from one platform.
In certain regions, you don’t pay taxes like stamp duty because you don’t own the shares.
You can trade during regular market hours of each country, including U.S. and Europe sessions.
Trades open and close fast, without needing paperwork or ownership transfers.

More Markets to Consider

Currency Pairs

World's largest financial market is waiting for you. Trade and profit on major, minor, and exotic currency pairs with competitive spreads, good liquidity. Volatility is your friend.

Precious Metals

Hedge against inflation with precious metals. Trade gold, silver, and platinum via CFDs, use price fluctuations to your advantage.

Continuous Indices

Never miss a moment. Trade major and minor global indices 24/5 with continuous CFDs, which means no expiration dates and constant access to the market.

Stock CFD Trading

Go long or short on thousands of popular stocks. Speculate on price movements of top companies with CFDs and profit from both rising and falling markets, all without owning the underlying assets.

Continuous CFDs
on Commodities

Trade a wide range of energy, agricultural, and metal commodities with continuous CFDs, you will have constant market access and no expiry dates.

Gold Instruments

Trade gold (safe-haven) asset through CFDs to profit on its price movements, it could be for speculation or to hedge against market volatility.

CFDs on ETFs

Diversify your portfolio in a single trade. You can gain broad exposure to global markets, from stocks to bonds and commodities, by trading ETFs through CFDs.

Synthetic Instruments Library

Build your own strategy. Access a library of innovative synthetic instruments that mirror the performance of real-world assets, you’ll be able to create custom trading strategies and manage risk precisely.

Cryptocurrency CFDs

Trade popular cryptocurrencies - Bitcoin and Ethereum and more, through CFDs, it’s the best way to profit from the crypto market's volatility without actually owning the asset.

CFDs on Commodity Futures

Speculate on tomorrow's prices today. Use CFDs to trade on the future price movements of crude oil, gold and more. Leverage without the burden of owning the physical assets.

CFDs on Crypto Futures

Use CFDs to speculate on the future prices of cryptocurrencies, and profit from volatility while managing your risk exposure.

How to Trade Stocks for Beginners?

Start by learning the basics of how the stock market works. Open a CFD trading account with IFC Markets, choose a user-friendly platform (MT4, MT5, NetTradeX), and begin by trading small positions. Focus on a few well-known stocks and avoid emotional decisions. Emotions are the number one enemy of traders.  

What are the Trading Hours for the Stock Market?

Stock markets around the world operate at different times, depending on their location. So knowing the trading hours will help you follow global price movements and plan trades more effectively.

New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) / NASDAQ (U.S.)
15:30 – 22:00 CET (Monday to Friday)
London Stock Exchange (UK)
09:00 – 17:30 CET
Euronext (France, Netherlands, Belgium, etc.)
09:00 – 17:30 CET
Deutsche Börse / Xetra (Germany)
09:00 – 17:30 CET
SIX Swiss Exchange (Switzerland)
09:00 – 17:30 CET
Tokyo Stock Exchange (Japan)
01:00 – 07:00 CET
Hong Kong Stock Exchange
02:30 – 09:00 CET
Australian Securities Exchange (ASX)
00:00 – 06:00 CET

What are the benefits of being a stock trader?

Stock traders can benefit from market volatility, make short-term gains, and build long-term strategies and free yourself from the daily grind of being dependent on others but yourself.

How to Do Stock Trading Online?

Online stock trading makes it possible to buy and sell shares from your phone or computer, without needing a broker on the phone (old ways). Here is how

Pick a platform that offers access to the stocks you want to trade.
Sign up, verify your identity, and set up your trading account.
Deposit money using a bank card, wire transfer, or other available methods.
Study market news, charts, and company info before making any trades.
Select a stock, choose how much you want to buy or sell, and confirm the trade./li>
Watch how your positions perform. You can close them anytime or set automatic stop and limit orders.
When ready, you can withdraw your money back to your account.