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State of Prop Trading: Data Reveals a $19.4 Billion Industry Split by Two Competing Models — Week of June 14, 2026
Our latest data analysis reveals a proprietary trading landscape that has grown to an estimated $19.4 billion, supported by 720,000 active traders. This week, we examine the deep statistical rift between traditional 'firm capital' models and the high-leverage 'evaluation-based' online firms, with a median profit split of just 50% highlighting the industry's true center of gravity.
7 min read
Analysis
Prediction Markets Emerge as Prop Trading's New Frontier, But a Divide Looms
While new retail-focused prop firms for prediction markets are launching, institutional trading firms are approaching the asset class with significant caution. This creates a two-track ecosystem, with retail traders pioneering new strategies while institutional capital waits for greater liquidity and regulatory clarity.
4 min read
News
FXIFY Hits 3-Year Mark, Reports $40 Million in Trader Payouts
Marking its third anniversary, FXIFY announced it has paid out over $40 million to its traders. The milestone signals a growing trend among prop firms to use payout transparency as a key metric for building trader trust and proving sustainability.
3 min read
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