Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) has released its performance metrics for May 2025. The data shows continued growth in client assets and accounts, although trading activity slowed from the previous month.

Trading Activity Declines in May

The firm reported 3.384 million daily average revenue trades (DARTs) in May. This was 43% higher than in May last year but 11% lower than in April.

Client equity rose to $628.2 billion, marking a 29% increase year-over-year. Margin loan balances also grew, reaching $61.2 billion, up 15% from a year earlier.

Credit balances across client accounts totalled $134.7 billion. This includes funds held in insured bank deposit sweeps. The number of client accounts increased to 3.79 million, which is 32% higher than in the same month last year.

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No-Fee Trading Expands with New ETF

Meanwhile, Interactive Brokers has added the Ping An of China CSI HK Dividend ETF to its no-transaction-fee offering. The fund tracks 30 dividend-paying stocks listed in Hong Kong across sectors such as finance, energy, and communications. Eligible U.S. clients can trade the ETF with no upfront commission.

The move comes amid rising interest in international dividend products as investors seek yield diversity beyond U.S. markets. In a separate update, the broker recently reported 3.818 million daily average revenue trades in April and $588.1 billion in client equity.

New Tax-Free Account Supports First-Time Buyers

Additionally, Interactive Brokers has launched the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) through its Canadian branch. This government-registered, tax-free savings plan helps first-time homebuyers save up to CAD 40,000 for a home purchase.

Contributions are tax-deductible up to CAD 8,000 annually, and investment income within the account is tax-exempt if used for a qualifying home. Unused funds can transfer to retirement savings plans, offering flexibility for savers. The FHSA supports investments in US and Canadian stocks, options, and bonds.