{"type":"document","data":{"id":"edb97f39-3ce4-4396-965e-1b75242de2e5","localeString":"en-GB","publishDate":"2026-04-28T13:50:08.087+02:00","contentType":"onecms:subCategoryPage","hasMacro":false,"flexPageMetadata":{"afmBanner":false,"robotInstruction":{"noIndex":false,"noFollow":false},"description":"New to investing? We’re here to help you get started. With clear, easy‑to‑understand information and three different investment products, suitable for both beginners and more experienced investors."},"mainHeaderZone":{"componentType":"categoryHeader","backLink":{"textLink":{"url":"/en/personal/investing","text":"Investing"}},"coreHeader":{"title":"Start investing at ING"}},"flexZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle"},{"componentType":"cta","textLink":{"url":"/particulier/beleggen","text":"Back to homepage"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"What investment products are available?"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>Choose from different ways to invest and get started easily with products that match your goals.</p>"}},{"componentType":"cards","cards":[{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Easy Invest","intro":"Discover our ready‑made solution that lets you invest in a well‑diversified and sustainable way.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/0bddd83a-0e9b-4086-8233-47bb1689ec2b/callingphonenopadding","type":"image","width":0,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/770f7c6a23e74f55/original/callingphonenopadding.svg","extension":"svg"},"link":{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/easy-invest"},"promotionalLabel":{"labelType":"commercial","body":"Offer"}},{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Self Invest (Dutch only)","intro":"See how you can trade independently anytime and anywhere, at highly competitive rates.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/1abfd98e-d21a-468d-8807-4081067b050f/Car-frontal-view-2-spot","type":"image","width":160,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/74280b1ee21e8c46/original/Car-frontal-view-2-spot.png","extension":"png"},"link":{"url":"/particulier/beleggen/beleggen-bij-ing/zelf-op-de-beurs"}},{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Portfolio Management","intro":"See what our investment experts can do for you (available from €50,000).","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/3e2c51d9-fee1-46f8-9b14-511d998686e1/Running-woman-luggage-phone-scene-ai","type":"image","width":1200,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/1f41635c9c5b3438/original/Running-woman-luggage-phone-scene-ai.svg","extension":"svg"},"link":{"url":"/en/personal/investing/portfolio-management"},"promotionalLabel":{"labelType":"commercial","body":"Offer"}},{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Pension Investing","intro":"See what investing for your pension could mean for you and what tax benefits may be available.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/4e33b2db-15dc-4c20-a214-3d326dac391b/elderlycouplehappy","type":"image","width":0,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/683aba0d8d6c55e5/original/elderlycouplehappy.svg","extension":"svg"},"link":{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/pension-investing"}}]},{"componentType":"promotionalBanner","icon":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/300285ee-9cbd-4bfd-a362-e2630fe51269/Circle-Piggy-bank-10","type":"image","width":64,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/asset/300285ee-9cbd-4bfd-a362-e2630fe51269/Circle-Piggy-bank-10.svg","extension":"svg"},"body":"Start with Easy Invest and","bodyBold":"temporarily earn up to 2.25% interest","bodyThree":"on your savings, equal to the amount you newly invest. Please note: investing involves risks and costs. 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These tools help you gain insight, make informed choices and take the first step towards your financial future.</p>"}},{"componentType":"cards","cards":[{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"What could investing deliver for you?","intro":"Want a clearer idea of what investing could potentially earn you? 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We’ll help you get started. Discover your first steps here.</p>"}},{"componentType":"cards","cards":[{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"How does investing work?","intro":"Learn all about investing and how you can get started easily. We’ll guide you every step of the way.","image":{"transformBaseUrl":"https://assets.ing.com/transform/148f275d-c1c0-4cee-b980-1df1b34045a1/Woman-skeptical-finger-spot","type":"image","width":160,"original":"https://assets.ing.com/m/3d404e5fc0ea94c0/original/Woman-skeptical-finger-spot.svg","extension":"svg"},"link":{"url":"/en/personal/investing/how-does-investing-work"}},{"componentType":"productCard","cardType":"product","cardSize":"small","title":"Market news","intro":"What’s happening in the markets—and what does it mean for you? 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The costs depend on the investment product you choose.</p>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/eenvoudig-beleggen-rates","text":"Read more about the costs for Easy Invest"},{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/zelf-op-de-beurs-rates","text":"Read more about the costs for Self Invest"},{"url":"/en/personal/investing/portfolio-management/rates","text":"Read more about the costs for Portfolio Management"},{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/costs-pension-investing","text":"Read more about the costs for Pension Investing"}]},{"title":"When is a good time to start investing?","richBody":{"value":"<p>The perfect moment to start investing can’t be predicted in advance. What matters most is diversification—both in what you invest in and when you invest.</p><p>If you choose Easy Invest or Portfolio Management, your investments are automatically well diversified. You can also choose to invest a fixed amount regularly, for example by investing automatically every month.</p>"}},{"title":"Where does ING invest for me?","richBody":{"value":"<p>That depends on the option you choose:</p><ul><li>If you choose Easy Invest, you can select one of the four ING Global Index Portfolio funds.</li><li>If you’re considering investing €50,000 or more, you can do so through Portfolio Management, with a choice of five investment strategies.</li></ul>"}},{"title":"What can I invest in myself at ING?","richBody":{"value":"<p>With Self Invest, you can invest in a global range of shares, mutual funds, trackers (ETFs) and bonds. You can also trade more complex investments, such as structured products, leveraged products and options.</p>"}},{"title":"What are the risks of investing?","richBody":{"value":"<p>Investing is about return, risk and costs. In general, investments with higher potential returns involve higher risks. But whichever investment you choose, investing is never risk‑free. You can always lose part or all of your investment. Keep in mind that some asset classes are riskier than others. That’s why it’s important to review the risks per category before you start investing.</p>"}},{"title":"What if I’m unsure which ING investment option suits me?","richBody":{"value":"<p>Finding it hard to choose between, for example, Easy Invest and Portfolio Management? Or between Easy Invest and Self Invest? Then schedule a video call with one of our advisors at a time that suits you. Your benefits:</p><ul><li>Get clear answers to your questions in just 15 minutes</li><li>Gain a better understanding of what fits your situation</li><li>No obligation at all</li></ul>"}}]},{"componentType":"linkList","componentStyle":"default","iconTitle":{"title":"Useful links"},"textLinks":[{"url":"/en/personal/investing/sustainability","text":"Sustainable Investing"}]},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Good to know"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Investing involves risks and costs. You may lose all or part of your investment. Read more about the risks of investing and how you can limit them.<br /><br />Investments that contribute to environmental or social goals may be part of our Portfolio Management and Easy Invest solutions. However, these solutions do not focus exclusively on such investments. Investing in financially attractive companies is also an important consideration.</p><p>*This translation is intended for the customer’s convenience only. In the event of any inconsistency between the English translation and the original Dutch version, the original Dutch version shall prevail.</p>"},"textLinks":[{"url":"/en/personal/investing/investments-at-ing/risks-of-investing","text":"More about the risks of investing and how you can reduce them"},{"url":"/en/personal/investing/service/general-terms--conditions","text":"General Terms and Conditions of Investments"},{"url":"/en/personal/investing/sustainability/esg","text":"See here for more information about our sustainable investing policy"}]}]}}}