Futures trading is gaining momentum globally. In 2025, the CME Group reported average daily futures volume exceeding 24 million contracts in Q1 alone, highlighting steady growth in participation (Source: CME Group, 2025).
At the same time, trading influencers who once focused on forex are shifting toward futures, bringing audiences of new traders into the space. Funded accounts and structured challenges have become one of the most popular entry points.
For founders, futures prop firms offer recurring revenue opportunities through evaluation fees, along with an early-mover advantage in a sector that is far less crowded than forex or CFD funding.