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With trading activity across new cryptocurrencies soaring in September, altcoin markets experienced one of their most active months of 2025. Data compiled by the global exchange MEXC indicates a 537% increase in trading volume for new listings, coinciding with a notable rise in user participation and listing frequency.
The strongest performance came from projects linked to decentralized trading and Binance Smart Chain (BSC)-based ecosystems, collectively posting average gains of over 4,000%. AVNT was among the standout performers, a token from a Perpetual DEX project that rallied more than 5,000% during the month. The growth metrics are particularly notable amidst the October market crash, but may signal a shift towards decentralized derivatives and on-chain trading infrastructure.
MEXC data also highlight the increase in new listing momentum, with 34% more tokens launched than in August. It highlights the focus on curating high-potential assets that align with prevailing market narratives. MEXC’s launchpad events drew record participation, raising approximately $620,000 across three token sales — WLFI, LINEA, and XPL — from 27,000 users. The three tokens later appeared among September’s top performers, validating the approach to new project onboarding.
Market observers translate this data as proof of a renewed risk appetite among retail and institutional traders alike. Following a period of consolidation across the broader crypto sector, participants appear increasingly willing to chase volatility and yield, particularly in smaller, faster-moving ecosystems. The data suggests that the capital is shifting away from large-cap stagnation into innovative, early-stage projects that combine high growth potential with compelling narratives in DeFi, AI, and tokenized RWAs. The observed growth metrics may also signal a broader trend toward renewed risk-taking after months of range-bound trading. Investors are clearly repositioning for volatility.
As the final leg of 2025 comes closer, MEXC’s observed momentum reflects a cautiously optimistic market sentiment. The stabilizing liquidity, token diversity, as well as ongoing maturation of decentralized infrastructure are setting the standard for potential year-end rallies. For traders and projects alike, this month’s surge highlights not just a steady activity return, but also the fresh momentum of the altcoin cycle entering Q4.