IG is a spread-betting, CFD and equity trading platform that has ventured into the less controversial world of robo advice with the release of Smart Portfolios. The Smart Portfolios use BlackRock’s active asset allocation tools and are underpinned by BlackRock’s ETF range, iShares. Following a questionnaire about attitude to risk and financial situation, investors choose an investment strategy.
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Available products & Wrappers
| General Investments | ISAs | JISAs | Pensions & SIPPs | Junior SIPP | Lifetime ISAs | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Table of charges
| PLATFORM CHARGES | PRODUCT CHARGES | OTHER CHARGES | |
|---|---|---|---|
| £0-£49,999 | 0.65% | ||
| £50,000-£249,999 | 0.35% | ||
| £250,000+ | 0.10% | ||
| Underlying fund charge | 0.20% | ||
| Market spread | 0.06% |
Minimum Investments
| Lump-sum | Top-ups | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| £250 for GIA and SIPP | £50 |
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| Products & Wrappers | Research & Guidance | Charges | OVERALL SERVICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard product range. | Limited range of articles and guides. | Tiering charging structure that is favours large portfolios. | Competititvely priced, but very equity focused. |