IG Group Holdings (LSE:IGG) delivered record results for the 12 months to 31 December 2025, with total revenue rising 7% to £1.12 billion and net trading revenue increasing 10%. EBITDA edged up 1% to £531.1 million, while adjusted earnings per share grew 5%, supported by strong customer growth and ongoing share buybacks. The number of active clients climbed to 742,100, boosted in part by the acquisition of retail investment platform Freetrade. The board also announced a new £125 million share buyback programme alongside a final dividend for the shortened seven-month statutory financial period.
The company has initiated a strategic review aimed at enhancing shareholder value. The review will examine several potential options, including acquisitions, possible changes to the group’s domicile or listing structure, and the potential reorganisation or combination of certain business units. Management expects the outcome of the review to be announced in autumn 2026.
Recent strategic initiatives include the integration of Freetrade, the acquisition of Australian crypto exchange Independent Reserve, and the launch of new zero-commission products as well as a spot cryptocurrency offering. These developments are designed to expand IG’s product ecosystem and support sustained EBITDA margins in the mid-40% range, alongside organic revenue growth toward the upper end of its target range. The company has guided that EBITDA for 2026 should align with market consensus and expects revenue growth to continue, supported by elevated market volatility and rising assets under administration.
IG Group’s outlook is supported by strong technical indicators and an attractive valuation profile. The company’s solid financial performance contributes to stability despite some pressure on revenue and cash flow growth. The ongoing share buyback programme further strengthens shareholder returns and reflects management’s focus on value creation.
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IG Group Holdings is a UK-based operator of online trading and investment platforms offering derivatives, multi-asset trading and retail investing services.
The group targets large and rapidly expanding global markets, benefiting from structural trends such as digital innovation and the growing convergence of trading, investing and gaming-style experiences. Recent acquisitions—including Freetrade and Australian crypto exchange Independent Reserve—have expanded its offering across equities, funds, pensions and digital assets. IG’s platform-led model supports scalability and strong margins while enabling the company to broaden its global retail trading ecosystem.
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