XTX Founder Alex Gerko Receives Record £895 Million Payout

XTX Markets is an algorithmic trading firm founded by Alex Gerko and a major liquidity provider across global financial markets. Its business relies heavily on technology and proprietary capital to quote prices and execute trades at high speed. Gerko’s payout highlights the extraordinary profitability that leading electronic market-making firms can generate, particularly as trading volumes and volatility create more opportunities.

Gerko received a record £895 million payout from XTX Markets for 2025, according to the latest report. The distribution was 31% higher than in 2024, marking a new annual high for the founder. The payment further consolidates Gerko’s position among Britain’s wealthiest individuals and underscores the scale of earnings generated by the privately held trading firm.