Mutsamudu, Comoros, September 11, 2026 — MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, unveiled its trading data for August in the Traditional Finance (TradFi) sector. The trading volume for stock, index, and ETF Futures saw a significant increase of 130% month-on-month, with the number of available contracts expanding by 35% to over 400. Tokenized stocks and ETF Spot trading also experienced a 30% surge in volume, with positive growth across most existing listings.
Expansion of Memory and Semiconductor Trading in U.S. and Korean Markets
Stock Futures trading activity diversified in August, with multiple U.S. and Korean memory stocks gaining traction. Notably, memory and storage companies dominated the top 10 Stock Futures by trading volume, with companies like SK hynix and Micron leading the way.
The combined trading volume for Stock Futures tracking Korean companies such as SK hynix, SKHY, SAMSUNG, and KORU surged by approximately 348%, indicating a growing interest in this market segment. Additionally, semiconductor ETFs like SOXL and SOXS witnessed substantial volume growth, reflecting the increasing demand for sector-specific exposure.
Apart from memory and semiconductors, trading volumes for companies like SpaceX and Tesla also saw notable increases, showcasing continued activity in commercial space and electric vehicles.
Note: Rankings are based on individual Stock Futures listings. SK hynix and SKHY are ranked separately.
Record Growth in Tokenized Stocks and ETFs Spot Volume
Spot trading volume for MEXC’s Tokenized Stocks and ETFs surged by approximately 30% in August, with these assets accounting for a larger share of total TradFi Spot trading volume. The top 10 listings only contributed to 12% of the segment’s volume, indicating widespread growth across various assets.
Companies like Circle, Coinbase, and Robinhood saw increased trading volumes, showcasing the growing interest in crypto-related listings. AI-focused companies like Nebius and NVIDIA also experienced significant growth, reflecting the demand for AI-related assets in the market.
MEXC’s platform allows users to trade a variety of equities from U.S., Korean, and Hong Kong markets using USDT, providing a convenient and streamlined trading experience. The platform’s Stock Futures support both long and short positions, even outside regular market hours.
During the weekends in August, Stock Futures trading accounted for 11% of the total monthly volume, highlighting the demand for trading access during non-market hours. The 0-fee Stock Season event organized by MEXC attracted a large number of users and resulted in significant savings on trading fees.
Vugar Usi, CEO of MEXC, emphasized the growing global demand for diversified market exposure and the platform’s commitment to expanding equity-linked offerings. He stated, “We are dedicated to simplifying access for users worldwide and delivering on our promise of trading Wall Street, without walls.”
About MEXC
Established in 2018, MEXC is a leading global multi-asset trading platform that serves as a 0-fee gateway to a wide range of opportunities. With access to over 170 markets, MEXC offers a seamless trading experience for crypto, stocks, tokenized assets, derivatives, and other TradFi-linked opportunities through a single account.
MEXC’s platform features zero trading fees, deep liquidity, extensive asset coverage, and high-performance trading capabilities, catering to retail users seeking to capitalize on global opportunities with ease. By bridging the gap between crypto and traditional finance, MEXC aims to make global markets more accessible and empower users to make the most of every trading opportunity.
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