KCG Hotspot has published initial trading metrics for the month of September. The closing of the month completes a very fruitful quarter for the international trading venue. KCG was on track to achieve over 30% trading volume growth compared to August 2014 (month-on-month) and September 2013 (year-on-year) respectively.
The finalised trading metrics as published at close of business on the 30th of September by KCG show the following:
Monthly Overview
Quarterly Overview
Total trading volumes at KCG have risen 39% compared to August 2014 and 40% compared to September 2013. On a quarterly basis, total FX volume has risen 17% compared to Q2 2014 and 6.5% compared to Q3 2013. The trading venue narrowly missed the $2 trillion mark for total FX volume transacted.
Industry Volumes in Q3 2014
Volumes data from a host of trading venues is expected to be published over the first couple of weeks of October, the start of the fourth quarter. Most venues are expected to show better figures compared to August for various reasons, including a surge in FX volatility due to central bank ‘open-mouth’ operations by the , and . In addition,in particular, was a huge focus point for a considerable portion of Q3 2014.
Forex Magnates will bring readers the latest volume statistics for the third quarter from a broad range of trading venues over the coming weeks.
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