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When you hear “$5 trillion a month,” you might think of global financial behemoths. But few know about the influential figure steering this massive flow: Petr Valov, co-founder and CEO of Exness, the online brokerage firm that has carved a remarkable niche in global currency and commodity trading.
From developer to market mover
Valov’s journey began in software development, rising from a tech-savvy student to the founder of Exness in 2008. He built the company’s algorithmic infrastructure himself in its early days as he blended his coding background with a vision of trading made accessible and efficient.
What’s remarkable is how his tech-led mindset helped shift Exness from a niche operation to a global trading powerhouse, empowering traders with ambitions as big as billionaires.
The scale of the beast
Exness today claims trading volumes that place it among the heavyweights. While the firm doesn’t publicly break down every figure, reports and industry estimates suggest monthly trading flows in the ballpark of USD 5 trillion. (Exact numbers remain undisclosed.)
Much of that volume stems from retail and institutional traders leveraging Exness’s platform with lightning-fast execution, low spreads and advanced algorithms, all central to Valov’s early vision.
The billionaire aura
Though Exness is privately held and neither Valov nor the company publish his net worth, many media references and social posts label him a “billionaire.”
With Exness operating in multiple jurisdictions and hundreds of thousands (if not millions) of client trades every day, the scale hints at a major personal stake and considerable personal fortune. It remains unofficial, but the aura speaks volumes.
Strategy, ethics and what sets him apart
Valov doesn’t just chase volume but emphasizes ethics, transparency and engineering excellence. He once described Exness as grounded in “strong ethical values” and a science-based product approach.
The company’s “your money is yours” stance in payments and its global footprint (spanning Cyprus, the UAE, Kenya, South Africa and beyond) reflect a strategy designed for growth without cutting corners.
Why it matters
What Valov and Exness are doing shakes up traditional finance. By enabling massive trade volume through retail and institutional channels, they help democratize access to global markets.
What began as a software-developer’s idea has evolved into an ecosystem where small traders have access to infrastructure once reserved for big banks.
The human behind the machine
Despite operating at high velocity, Valov maintains an image of a hands-on founder. He’s based in Cyprus, citing the Mediterranean island’s appeal for his family and his business.
He also advocates for public-private collaboration to build tech ecosystems; for example, boosting talent pipelines in Cyprus, where Exness has headquarters.
Final thoughts
In short: Petr Valov is the enigmatic force behind a trading machine moving trillions each month. He marries software roots with a vision for scale, ethics and global reach. His impact is undeniable and he’s helping reshape how global finance operates, quietly yet powerfully.
