EC Markets Reports Record $5.13 Trillion Q1 Volume as Active Traders Surge 18%

EC Markets reported a total trading volume of $5.13 trillion for the first quarter of 2026, marking a 14.6% increase from the previous quarter and securing its position among the top three brokers globally by volume. The figures, published in the Finance Magnates Q1 2026 Intelligence Report, reflect higher trading activity and a growing number of active clients.

The broker recorded consistent growth across all key metrics during the quarter. Monthly trading volume averaged $1.709 trillion, while daily volumes reached $81.4 billion. Compared to Q4 2025, daily trading activity rose by 18.3%, while monthly volume increased by 14.5%. The company attributed the growth to stronger client participation and increased demand for multi-asset trading.

EC Markets reported 272,000 active traders in Q1 2026, up from 230,000 in the previous quarter, an 18.3% increase. The average trading volume per account reached $6.28 million during the period.

The firm also reported a significant shift in trading preferences. Forex accounted for only 2% of total trading volume, while the remaining 98% came from other asset classes, including commodities, indices, and digital assets. This reflects a broader move toward diversified trading strategies among clients.

Separately, EC Markets stated that its global partnership with Liverpool FC has contributed to increased brand visibility and client acquisition in key markets.

EC Markets ended 2025 with strong growth, reporting $4.476 trillion in trading volume in Q4. Its volumes increased steadily throughout the year, rising from $1.737 trillion in Q1 to $3.081 trillion in Q3 before hitting the Q4 peak. Overall, this represents a 157% increase for the year.

The rise in trading volumes was supported by a sharp increase in active clients. The number of traders on the platform nearly doubled, growing from 118,000 in Q3 to 230,000 in Q4. Most of the trading activity came from non-forex assets, with about 95% of Q4 volume driven by commodities, indices, and digital assets.