IG Group Holdings (LSE:IGG) has unveiled plans to establish a new Jersey-incorporated holding company as part of a wider strategy to better align its corporate structure with its increasingly international business. The proposal will not affect the company’s London Stock Exchange listing, UK tax residency or London-based operations, while its existing Financial Conduct Authority-regulated group will continue to operate without change.
Alongside the proposed restructuring, IG Group intends to simplify its organisational framework by combining its principal regional operations into a single consumer division, while continuing to manage its North American and institutional businesses independently. Management expects first-half 2026 revenue to increase by around 18% and has reaffirmed its upgraded full-year outlook, reflecting confidence in delivering sustained double-digit organic growth and EBITDA margins in the mid-40% range. The strategic review will also consider additional initiatives aimed at enhancing long-term shareholder value.
IG Group’s outlook remains supported by strong profitability, healthy returns and generally moderate leverage, although fluctuations in cash flow continue to present a challenge. Positive technical momentum has supported the share price, but overbought indicators suggest there may be increased scope for short-term volatility. Overall, the company’s valuation remains reasonable, complemented by an attractive dividend yield.
More about IG Group Holdings
IG Group Holdings is a FTSE 100 financial technology company providing online trading, investing and financial services to more than 1.3 million customers worldwide. Through brands including IG, tastytrade, Freetrade, Independent Reserve and IG Prime, the group offers leveraged trading, share dealing, investment products and cryptocurrency trading via its proprietary technology platforms.
Around two-thirds of the company’s revenue is generated outside the UK, reflecting its increasingly global customer base. Despite the proposed establishment of a Jersey holding company, IG Group will retain its primary listing in London, remain UK tax resident and continue to operate its London headquarters as a key centre for its global consumer, North American and institutional businesses.
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