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Ig Financial

IG Financial, part of the IG Group, is a leading provider of online trading and investment services, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1974, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a prominent player in the financial services industry, particularly in the realms of spread betting, CFDs, and forex trading. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, Asia, and North America, IG Financial offers a diverse range of core products and services that cater to both retail and institutional clients. Their innovative trading platform is renowned for its user-friendly interface and advanced analytical tools, setting them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their commitment to transparency and customer service, IG Financial has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the financial sector.

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66

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Ig Financial's score of 66 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ig Financial's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, IG Financial reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,155,700 kg CO2e. This figure includes 179,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion and fugitive emissions, and 274,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 36,701,600 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services (26,628,300 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (1,691,500 kg CO2e). In comparison, their 2023 emissions were approximately 26,208,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 723,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 7,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 25,084,800 kg CO2e, indicating a significant reliance on indirect emissions. IG Financial has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as part of their long-term climate strategy. They are a member of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and have set near-term targets to reduce emissions across all scopes. Their commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the financial sector, aligning with industry standards and expectations for sustainability.

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1,078,000
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Scope 2
22,000
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Scope 3
11,183,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ig Financial's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Ig Financial is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ig Financial is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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