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VT Markets has recorded USD1.5 trillion in gold trading volume during January 2026, as the platform maintained stable execution during a period of heightened precious metals market volatility.
The trading platform experienced its highest gold trading volume on 29 January 2026, coinciding with significant price movements in global gold markets when gold futures surged past $5,500 per ounce before exhibiting sharp intraday volatility.
The company attracted new participants during the volatile period, with 20% of gold traders being new to the platform in January.
VT Markets maintained its liquidity pool during the market stress, with average spreads on gold and silver remaining competitive whilst execution stability was preserved during fast-market conditions.
Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operation, VT Markets
Ross Maxwell, Global Strategy Operation, VT Markets said:
"Volatile conditions inevitably test market infrastructure. During periods of extreme market stress, the stability of a trading platform comes into play. Our system performed exactly as designed, keeping gold and silver trading open and accessible for clients. That ability to stay operational during extreme conditions is what sets us apart from other brokers."
The platform kept gold and silver trading operational throughout the period of market stress, maintaining consistent pricing and high order fill rates during peak volatility.
VT Markets is a trading platform that provides market access to traders across global markets.
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