Trading
Trading PlatformsIB provides different trading platforms to accommodate the needs of different trading styles. Customers can access both platforms using the same username/password combination, and can switch back and forth without being locked in. The WebTrader provides a simple interface with basic features, while TWS is a full-featured platform with advanced trading tools and algos. Mobile SolutionsOur mobile solutions allow you to trade your IB account on the go. The iTWS for iPhone(TM) and the TWS for BlackBerry(R) are custom-designed for these popular models, while the generic MobileTrader supports most other Smart phones. API SolutionsFind out about our propriety Java, VB, C++ and Excel API and download the API software. Get details on our FIX connectivity, and access the API Users’ Guides, Reference Guides, and all of our Getting Started guides. Platform DemosOur TWS and WebTrader trading demos handle just like the real applications, but with delayed data, minor feature limitations and no risk! Demos are free and accessible to everyone. Log into one of our demo trading platforms to see the features and benefits IB offers, or to test drive a specific tool or algo. IB Paper TraderFind out how IB customers can open a PaperTrader account, which functions just like a production account but simulates fills. The paper account is linked with an approved and funded account, and uses the same trading permissions, base currency, data subscriptions and other settings as the live account. |
Customer Activity MonitorDownload the CAM software, and access the highlights, Users’ Guide and latest release notes. Product ListingsProvides a comprehensive list of all of our product offerings on market centers worldwide. Pages are sorted by product type, then by market region. New ProductsOur new products page lists all recently added products by date starting with the most recent additions. Exchange ListingsLists market centers and the products they support, grouped by region and then country. MarginThe margin pages provide an overview on how margin is used with some helpful examples, and lists all margin requirements by product. Special notes are included where needed. |
Order Types & AlgosOur extensive order type and algo offerings are categorized by trading need and also alphabetically with a brief description. Click the links in the alphabetical listing to find out more details on specific order types. SmartRoutingProvides an overview of the benefits provided to customers with IB’s SmartRouting technology, and illustrates the SmartRouting logic for stocks, options and combination orders for different regions. Shortable StocksLists all stock available for shorting with IB, and includes special information and restrictions, describes the mechanics of a short sell, and describes the Buy-In procedures according the SEC regulations implemented in September 2008. Delivery, Exercise ActionsThis page describes the physical delivery and liquidation rules for futures and futures options, rules for submitting option exercise requests, and instructions on how to participate in a voluntary corporate action. Erroneous Trade PolicyThis Customer Service page gives you contact information, tips on how to get the most our of your customer service experience, and describes our Erroneous Trade policy in detail. |