IG Reports Record Revenue, Launches Strategic Review to Boost Long-Term Growth | LeapRate | Online Trading Industry News, Broker Intelligence & Fintech Analysis
On Thursday, IG Group reported record financial results for the 12 months to 31 December 2025 and announced a strategic review aimed at maximising long-term shareholder value.
Chief executive Breon Corcoran said: “Record financial results and accelerating customer growth demonstrate the strength of IG’s platform… now is the time to raise our ambitions.”
Total revenue rose 7 percent year on year to £1.12 billion, while net trading revenue increased 10 percent to £1 billion. EBITDA edged 1 percent higher to £531.1 million, with margins remaining robust at 47.3 percent despite lower interest income and increased investment in technology, marketing and strategic initiatives. Adjusted earnings per share rose 5 percent to 115.3 pence, and the company announced a new £125 million share buyback.
Customer metrics strengthened. First trades climbed 81 percent to 128,800, while active customers rose 174 percent to 742,100, driven largely by the acquisition of Freetrade. Excluding acquisitions, active customers were up 6 percent.
The board has commenced a strategic review to evaluate options, including acquisitions, potential changes to IG’s domicile or listing venues, and possible combinations with other industry participants. The outcome will be presented at a Strategy Update in autumn 2026.
A trading update for the three months to 28 February 2026 showed revenue up 2 percent to £274.2 million and net trading revenue up 5 percent. Assets under administration reached £19.5 billion after product expansion at Freetrade and the completion of IG’s acquisition of Independent Reserve.
IG said it enters 2026 with “strong momentum”, expecting revenue growth towards the top end of its mid-to-high single-digit target range.
