Crypto spot trading volume remains depressed, with the 7-day average down 80% from its 2025 peak.

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Crypto spot trading volume remains low, with the 7-day average dropping to $21.4 billion as of July 20, down nearly 80% from the $104.3 billion peak in October 2025. Trading activity rose sharply in late 2025 before declining steadily. Analysts point to the market’s lack of direction as a primary concern. As of July 2026, trading volume is near its yearly low.

BlockBeats news, on July 20, the cryptocurrency spot trading market remains in a sluggish state. Data shows that the 7-day moving average of spot trading volume on crypto exchanges has fallen to approximately $21.4 billion, a nearly 80% decline from the peak of $104.3 billion reached in October 2025.


Analysts say the biggest risk in today’s crypto market is not simply a decline, but “indifference fueled by a lack of clear direction.” The market’s apathy and hesitation may be becoming the primary challenge of this cycle.


According to The Block data, crypto trading volume surged in the second half of 2025, peaking in October, after which trading activity steadily declined. As of July 2026, market volume has fallen to its lowest level in nearly a year.

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