Q2 2025 was a period of strong trading activity on the easyMarkets platform, with client volumes rising 34% compared to the same quarter last year. This impressive growth was driven by renewed momentum in cryptocurrencies, major indices reaching new highs, and strategic platform enhancements that helped traders respond with greater speed and confidence.

Despite the market volatility, client behavior remained stable and disciplined, with no major changes in trading styles or risk appetite. This reflects how well-prepared easyMarkets traders are and highlights the resilience of the platform’s trading environment.

A Quarter of growth, led by familiar favourites

Gold, Nasdaq, and EURUSD retained their position as the most traded instruments for the fourth consecutive quarter, continuing to serve as reliable cornerstones for traders navigating uncertainty, particularly as macro conditions remained in flux.

The second quarter of 2025 also brought momentum, and fresh trading opportunities.

After a quieter Q1, crypto markets rebounded sharply, attracting renewed interest as volatility returned. At the same time, global indices, including those led by technology stocks, hit fresh highs, while the U.S. Dollar Index fell to a three-year low, creating movement across multiple FX pairs.

Behind these shifts were several influential events:

• Liberation Day-driven rebounds across select markets
• A temporary pause in reciprocal tariffs between major economies, which boosted market sentiment and triggered rebounds in risk assets
• Tensions in the Middle East
• Speculation around potential changes in U.S. Federal Reserve leadership

Our traders responded to these changes with purpose and precision, capitalizing on opportunities as they emerged, while staying grounded in their strategy.

Confidence without overreaction

Even as market activity intensified, there were no significant changes in client strategy or risk appetite. Traders remained focused and consistent, responding to market changes without overreacting to short-term volatility.

“In Q2, our traders demonstrated calm confidence in the face of volatility.” said Thomas Tsaloupis, Head of Risk Management at easyMarkets. “They stayed engaged, informed, and ready; and our role was to provide the transparent conditions and platform stability to support them.”

Platform enhancements drove participation

It wasn’t just global headlines powering Q2 momentum; updates to our trading conditions and proprietary platform also played a key role.

The easyMarkets platforms saw a measurable increase in both trade frequency and volume, as clients benefited from: lower spreads (reduced by 25%), Guaranteed Stop Loss with No Slippage*, tighter stop loss distances, and simplified intuitive platform features.

These were not just technical upgrades but were designed to empower our traders, enabling faster decisions and clearer risk management, even in fast-moving markets.

Looking ahead to Q3

With central bank decisions, global politics, and geopolitical tensions continuing to shape the markets, one thing is clear: preparation breeds confidence.

At easyMarkets, we remain committed to helping traders face whatever comes next, with clarity, control, and the right tools at their side. Whether markets break out or pull back, we’re here to empower our clients to trade with purpose, stay protected and make every move count.

*Guaranteed Stop Loss with No Slippage is only available on easyMarkets web & app trading platform. Activate with wider spread for total risk control.