46% Use Crypto for Inflation Hedge, 63% Seek Passive Income

MEXC Survey Highlights Crypto as Inflation Hedge

46% of global users now use crypto for inflation protection, up from 30% earlier this year.
The trend is strongest in East Asia (52%) and the Middle East (45%).
Large accounts ($20k+) in East Asia decreased from 39% to 33%, while mid-range holdings ($5k–$20k) increased, suggesting profit-taking and regulatory caution.

Regional Insights

Latin America sees a rise in memecoin ownership from 27% to 34%, with 63% of new users seeking passive income.
South Asia focuses on trading, with spot trading accounting for 52% of user activity and financial independence being a key goal for 53% of users.
Public chain tokens are the most held assets globally, with 65% of users including them in portfolios. This rises to 74% in Latin America and 70% in Southeast Asia.
Stablecoin usage remains steady at 50%, indicating a preference for stable value amidst volatility.

MEXC anticipates continued interest in wealth protection and structured trading strategies in the next quarter.
The platform aims to tailor offerings based on demand and maintain trust across markets.
Although hype around memecoins and AI tokens may occur, core public chain holdings are expected to remain dominant in portfolios.