IG Group’s UK units report strong FY25 growth, with profits up across all three subsidiaries and group net profit rising 24%.
IG Group’s UK units report strong FY25 growth, with profits up across all three subsidiaries and group net profit rising 24%.
IG Group’s UK units report strong FY25 growth, with profits up across all three subsidiaries and group net profit rising 24%.
Key Points:
The UK-based online trading and investments powerhouse, has reported a strong rebound across its three core UK subsidiaries in fiscal year 2025 (FY25), reflecting a broader turnaround for the group. Each subsidiary recorded gains in both revenue and profit after a challenging 2023, contributing to a 24% increase in group-level net profit to £380.4 million.
The group’s primary UK entities—IG Markets Limited, IG Index Limited, and IG Trading and Investments Limited—posted respective post-tax profits of £131.2 million, £92.7 million, and £21.9 million in FY25, all showing year-on-year improvements.
IG Markets, the group’s largest subsidiary focused on over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives, led the charge with a 28% jump in profit after tax. Revenue climbed to £384.9 million from £343.0 million in FY24, while operating profit surged 32.4% to £140.5 million.
IG Index, which provides financial spread betting to UK clients, also saw a 27% rise in profits, supported by a 7.8% revenue increase to £228.3 million. Operating profit rose 24.3% to £127.2 million.
Both units had posted declining earnings in FY23 amid inflation, volatile equity markets, and rising interest rates. FY25 marks a return to growth for the pair, bolstered by improved cost control and a more favorable market environment.
IG Trading and Investments, the group’s newer entity focused on stock trading and investment products, saw more modest gains. Profit after tax rose by 5.8% to £21.9 million, while revenue jumped 33.3% to £27.2 million, reflecting strong uptake of new product offerings and increased customer activity.
The profitability of each subsidiary translated into significant dividend payouts to the group’s UK parent, Market Data Limited. IG Markets paid £121.4 million, IG Index £114.6 million, and IG Trading and Investments £29.1 million.
IG Group’s consolidated results showed revenue of £1.075 billion and net trading revenue of £942.8 million, up 9% and 12%, respectively—exceeding analysts’ expectations. Furthermore, active customers increased 137% year-over-year to 820,000, reflecting the impact of targeted customer acquisition and product expansion efforts.
Breon Corcoran, CEO of IG Group, credited the rebound to closer engagement with clients and increased product development.
“I am pleased that we are getting closer to our customers and increasing product velocity, which is translating into stronger customer acquisition,” said Corcoran.
The strong results follow the implementation of restructuring measures in 2023, including the layoff of approximately 300 employees as part of a £50 million cost-saving initiative.
In product innovation, IG Markets began offering cryptocurrency derivatives in May 2025 via a third-party partnership, broadening the group’s digital asset footprint amid growing retail and institutional interest.
However, regulatory risks remain. IG Markets is currently facing a class-action lawsuit in Australia over the sale of OTC derivatives to retail clients between May 2017 and August 2023. The case is still in preliminary stages.
The performance of IG Group’s UK subsidiaries in FY25 indicates a solid foundation for continued growth. As the group expands its product offerings and navigates regulatory complexities, so, it remains well-positioned to benefit from sustained customer demand and market engagement.
IG Group UK Subsidiaries – FY25 Financial Highlights
| Metric | IG Markets | IG Index | IG Trading & Investments |
| Revenue (FY25) | £384.9m | £228.3m | £27.2m |
| Revenue Change YoY | +12.2% | +7.8% | +33.3% |
| Operating Profit | £140.5m | £127.2m | £23.8m |
| Op. Profit Change YoY | +32.4% | +24.3% | +16.1% |
| Profit After Tax | £131.2m | £92.7m | £21.9m |
| PAT Change YoY | +28.0% | +27.0% | +5.8% |
| Dividend to Parent | £121.4m | £114.6m | £29.1m |
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