easyMarkets Reports More Cautious Trading as Gold and Oil Lead Q2 Activity

easyMarkets’ Q2 2026 trading review shows retail traders becoming more defensive amid geopolitical tension and mixed macro data. Gold was the most traded instrument on the platform, with crude oil second and US stock indices third, highlighting a clear preference for safe-haven and event-driven trading over broad risk-taking. Overall volumes fell versus Q2 2025 and Q1 2026 as clients reduced exposure, favored shorter-term trades, and used more stop-loss orders. The report suggests traders are prioritizing capital preservation and disciplined risk management rather than chasing sustained directional moves. Looking ahead to Q3, easyMarkets expects gold, energy markets, and equity indices to remain key areas of attention as inflation data, rate expectations, and geopolitical developments continue to drive sentiment.