Citadel Securities Posts $1.7 Billion Profit in Q1 2025 on Volatility After Trump Takes Office, Leads US Retail Flow with IMC

Citadel Securities reported a 70% increase in profits for the first quarter of 2025, reaching $1.7 billion. The high-speed trading firm benefited from heightened market volatility following Donald Trump's assumption of office, which boosted its trading revenues. The surge in market activity also led to record-high payments for US retail flow, with Citadel Securities and IMC leading the gains. This performance highlights the firm's continued strong position in the financial markets amid volatile conditions.