In the first half of 2026, global trading volume surged 27.7% to $2.45 trillion, driven by macro uncertainty in Q1 that pushed traders toward safe-haven assets like gold. However, in Q2, easing geopolitical risks and strong AI-driven tech earnings shifted focus to the US Tech 100, which became the second most traded market. Regional differences emerged, with the UAE favoring gold and Germany showing a diverse mix of instruments. The report highlights how market conditions shape trader behavior, emphasizing the importance of adapting strategies to changing environments.
Gold's dominance in Q1 and the tech surge in Q2 are notable market themes; for readers following US stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Oct 19, 2026 19:41 WIB: out of 150 priced US stocks, 77 rose and 70 fell today. Key movers include Intel Corp (INTC) at USD 93.57 with a 1-day change of +4.14% and a typical hold time of 117 days, Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) at USD 426.00 with +4.08%, and Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) at USD 909.90 with +3.53%.
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