Flow Traders Reports Mixed Q2 2026 Performance Amid Volatile Markets
Event summary
- ETF volumes increased year-on-year across most regions but declined quarter-over-quarter in EMEA and the US.
- APAC ETF volumes surged 103% year-on-year, driven by strong growth in China (up 98%).
- Crypto ETF volumes dropped 47% quarter-over-quarter due to bitcoin and altcoin market declines.
- Tokenized RWAs market grew to $32bn in Q2 2026 from $28bn in Q1 2026, showing continued strength.
The big picture
Flow Traders' Q2 2026 performance reflects broader market trends, including reduced volatility and geopolitical tensions. The firm's traditional ETF business faces regional challenges, while its digital assets division sees divergent fortunes between crypto ETFs and tokenized RWAs. The continued growth in APAC underscores the importance of regional diversification in global liquidity provision.
What we're watching
- Regional Disparities
- How APAC's outperformance will affect Flow Traders' regional strategy.
- Crypto Market Recovery
- Whether crypto ETF volumes can rebound amid sustained bitcoin and altcoin declines.
- Tokenized RWAs Growth
- The pace at which tokenized RWAs market will expand beyond $32bn.
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