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The Spot Trading Drought: April’s Numbers are In
Spot Trading at Its Lowest Since November 2023
Spot volumes plummeted 14.0% to $1.05T in April, the lowest since November 2023, because who needs liquidity anyway? Total exchange volume declined 11.7% to $4.61T, a fourth straight monthly drop, because consistency is key.
By CoinDesk Research
May 22, 2026
The numbers are in, and they’re about as exciting as a sedated sloth. Spot volumes fell 14.0% to $1.05T in April, the lowest since November 2023. Total exchange volume declined 11.7% to $4.61T, a fourth straight monthly drop, because who needs excitement in crypto?
Why it matters:
Spot volumes fell 14.0% to $1.05T in April, the lowest since November 2023. Total exchange volume declined 11.7% to $4.61T, a fourth straight monthly drop. Because, you know, numbers are important.
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