Capital.com, a leading fintech firm, has disclosed its trading metrics for the first quarter of 2026, showcasing a remarkable client trading volume of $1.27 trillion for the period from January to March. This represents an increase of 11.2% compared to the $1.14 trillion figures from the previous quarter.
There was also a notable uptake in trading activities, with a year-on-year rise of 81% in total trades when compared to Q1 2025, indicating enhanced user participation on the platform.
January Sets the Pace
January 2026 emerged as the peak month during this quarter, witnessing trading volumes reaching approximately $502 billion. This figure was 11.5% above the trading levels of October 2025, which stood as the next most robust month within this timeframe.
This uptick in engagement was primarily attributed to soaring gold prices, buoyed by a notable rise in central bank purchases at 25-year highs, a depreciating US dollar, alongside ongoing geopolitical instability.
Gold Leads the Trading Landscape
Throughout Q1 2026, Gold Spot emerged as the leading traded asset, making up nearly 59% of January’s overall trading volume. Gold prices reached unprecedented levels repeatedly that month, driven by solid institutional demand amid global turmoil.
Middle East Markets Driving Growth
The Middle East has remained a pivotal area in Capital.com’s international performance, providing a considerable share of its trading volumes. The UAE was among the top performers, ranking close to Germany and the United Kingdom.
This performance underscores continuous trading activities in regions where Capital.com operates under regulatory frameworks.
Key Events Shape Market Volatility
Tarik Chebib, the CEO of Capital.com for the Middle East, identified three significant market occurrences that shaped the dynamics of Q1 2026:
Record-breaking highs in gold prices in January
Intense volatility in the cryptocurrency market during February
Heightened trading in oil markets in March stemming from regional conflicts
He noted that these events created varying levels of decision-making pressure for traders across global markets.
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