DGCX sees 30% increase in trade volumes in 2025 to surpass $46bn

The Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange (DGCX) has announced a strong operational and market performance in 2025, with traded volumes rising 30% year-on-year and gold futures activity increasing sharply, reinforcing its role in regional and international derivatives markets.Total traded volumes reached 2,048,556 lots in 2025, with the total value of contracts traded reaching USD 46.96 billion. Meanwhile, average daily volumes rose to 7,940 lots, and average open interest of 13,015 lots underscored the continued depth and resilience of its markets.

DGCX recorded its highest single-day trading volume of 26,108 lots in April 2025, with gold futures driving growth with volumes rising to 613% year on year and 5,335 lots, reflecting increased demand for hedging and price discovery tools.

Meanwhile, the Dubai Commodities Clearing Corporation (DCCC), the clearing house of DGCX, was re-recognised as a third-country central counterparty (CCP) by the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). The move follows a regulatory assessment process by ESMA and reflects both increased international confidence in Dubai’s infrastructure and the UAE’s continued progress in strengthening its financial market frameworks.

Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DGCX, said: “DGCX delivered a strong performance in 2025, with total traded volumes rising by over 30% to surpass two million lots and value traded exceeding USD 46 billion. This momentum, reinforced by a sharp increase in gold futures activity, signals the deepening of our markets and the central role we continue to play in effective risk management and price discovery. ESMA’s recognition of the Dubai Commodities Clearing Corporation as a third-country CCP, following a rigorous regulatory assessment, highlights the growing international confidence in Dubai’s market infrastructure and the UAE’s standing as a world-class and trusted hub for global trade and capital flows.”