Capital.com reports $1.27 trillion in client trading volume

April 20, 2026 / 6:05 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Capital.com, a global fintech building online trading platforms, published its Q1 2026 trading update, reporting $1.27 trillion in client trading volumes for January to March 2026, marking an 11.2% increase from $1.14 trillion in Q4 2025.

Sharp rise in trading activity year-on-year

The total number of trades executed rose 81% year-on-year compared with Q1 2025. January was the most active month, reaching around $502 billion, driven by strong gold price gains and record central bank purchasing.

Middle East remains key growth region

The Middle East accounted for a significant share of trading volumes, with the UAE ranking among the top three markets alongside Germany and the United Kingdom, reflecting continued strong regional participation.

Market volatility drives trading patterns

CEO Middle East Tarik Chebib said Q1 2026 was shaped by major market events, including record-high gold prices, crypto volatility, and geopolitical tensions affecting oil markets, each influencing trading behaviour across different asset classes.

Gold dominates trading activity

Gold Spot was the most traded instrument, accounting for around 59% of January’s volume, as prices hit successive record highs amid central bank demand, a weaker US dollar, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.