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About City Index

City Index is a market leading provider of spread betting and contracts for difference (CFD) trading. Established in 1983, we’re part of Intercapital Private Group Limited (IPGL Limited), substantial shareholders in the world’s leading derivatives broker, ICAP plc.

In an effort to consolidate our position in the Industry and to expand our business horizons, we have recently acquired IFX Group plc and we are now both subsidiaries of City Index Holdings Ltd.

We provide access to literally thousands of instruments on the world’s financial markets. Using one of the best online trading platforms in the market, we update prices in real-time every second, so our clients always have a clear view of their positions.

We are committed to providing clients with a combination of advanced trading tools, together with the best in investor research and education.

City Index in Australia is the registered business name of IFX Markets Ltd, and launched into the Australian market in June 2006.

City Index in the UK were recognised for quality of service and levels of customer satisfaction by winning the Shares magazine “Best Service” award in 2001 and 2002, and the “Best CFD Service” award in 2003 and 2006. In addition to these awards we also won the Investors Chronicle “Best Firm” and “Best CFD Provider” awards in 2002, 2003 and 2004 and 2006.

We have an established track record in the provision of partnership services operating schemes with many of the UK’s leading banks and brokers.

We have unrivalled expertise in the provision of white labelled arrangements and in the field of introducing broker agreements. We provide a completely outsourced solution which gives you the ultimate flexibility to decide how involved you want to be in the development and delivery of the service.

City Index in Australia is a trading name of IFX Markets Ltd, which is authorised and regulated under the rules of ASIC and the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in the UK regarding:

  • The conduct of our business
  • The proper segregation of our clients’ funds from our own working capital
  • Our liquidity levels
  • Our financial resources

The City Index award-winning platform is a market leader in online CFD trading. With unrivalled technology and back-up teams, City Index boasts the best customer service in the business.

Please note: CFDs carry a high level of risk to your capital. Only speculate with money you can afford to lose. Trading may not be suitable for everyone; therefore ensure you fully understand the risks involved and seek advice if necessary.

The following pages have more information about our service, or alternatively contact us on Toll Free 1800 139 103 or e-mail us at enquiries@cityindex.com.au.