Sydney, July 30, 2026 (PRNewswire) – During the first half of 2026, markets experienced significant volatility due to currency fluctuations, evolving rate expectations, and geopolitical uncertainty, influencing trader positioning. In this environment, VT Markets recorded a trading volume of $8 trillion, representing a 212% year‑over‑year increase.
Key metrics show a 70% increase in active users compared with the second half of 2025, and 350,000 of those active traders opened their first account with VT Markets. This expansion indicates rising adoption of the platform among traders worldwide. The company also added 39 new U.S. stocks to its product lineup and introduced ClubÉlite, a loyalty program for introducing brokers that offers enhanced partnership benefits.
Trading activity concentrated on safe‑haven assets such as gold and silver, as well as major foreign‑exchange pairs (EUR/USD, USD/JPY) and equity indices (NASDAQ‑100, DJIA).
VT Markets engaged with traders and partners at major industry events worldwide, including its participation in the Money Expo Mexico 2026. The firm also received 26 industry awards during this period, notably the Best Gold Trading Platform 2026 award from Global Financial Market Review.
For the second half of 2026, VT Markets plans to introduce new products and innovations, such as extended trading‑hour functionality. It has launched Gold Cup 2026, a global competition that culminates in an Island Finale, and will further enhance its gold trading services. The company will maintain its outreach through industry events, sponsorships, and client initiatives across key markets. Building on record trading volume, deposit growth, and industry accolades in the first half, VT Markets is well positioned for continued strong performance.
