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CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CME) operates the world's leading derivatives marketplace, providing essential tools for global risk management through futures contracts, options trading, and clearing services. This news hub offers institutional investors, financial analysts, and commercial hedgers centralized access to critical updates shaping derivatives markets.
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CME Group and IHS Markit have launched OSTTRA, a new joint venture in post-trade services, owned equally by both companies. The venture aims to deliver advanced post-trade solutions for global OTC markets across various asset classes, integrating CME Group’s optimization businesses and IHS Markit’s MarkitSERV. The headquarters is located in London, led by Co-CEOs Guy Rowcliffe and John Stewart. To achieve equal ownership, IHS Markit made a $113 million payment to CME Group. This joint venture seeks to streamline post-trade operations and enhance market efficiencies.
CME Group has publicly denied rumors regarding a potential acquisition of Cboe Global Markets, clarifying that no discussions have taken place. This statement was issued in light of recent press reports containing inaccurate information. CME Group, a leading derivatives marketplace, operates across various asset classes including interest rates, equity indexes, and foreign exchange, and provides clients with tools to manage risk and optimize portfolios.
TriOptima has launched SWIFT integration with major tri-party agents including BNY Mellon, Clearstream, Euroclear, and J.P. Morgan. This integration allows clients to send instructions and receive reports seamlessly, addressing upcoming phase five of uncleared margin rules (UMR). Automated processes will reduce manual steps, mitigating risks associated with delayed settlements. Industry leaders noted the significance of this integration in expediting client onboarding and enhancing operational efficiencies, crucial for meeting regulatory obligations.
CME Group announced that Julie Winkler, Derek Sammann, and Sean Tully will present at the UBS Financial Services Virtual Conference on August 11, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The presentation will be available for livestreaming on CME Group's investor website. Following the event, a replay of the audio webcast will be accessible approximately 24 hours later. CME Group leads in derivatives trading, offering a diverse range of products across major asset classes to help clients manage risk and uncover opportunities.
CME Group declared a third-quarter dividend of $0.90 per share, payable on September 27, 2021, to shareholders of record as of September 10, 2021. As a leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group continues to support its shareholders through consistent dividend payments, reflecting financial stability and market confidence. The company specializes in facilitating futures and options trading across various asset classes, empowering clients globally to manage risk effectively.
CME Group has launched its Nature-Based Global Emissions Offset (N-GEO) futures, with trading commencing on August 1, 2021. A total of 1,315 contracts have been traded, equivalent to over 1.3 million environmental offsets. The new product aims to help clients manage price risks related to emissions reduction more effectively. With support from major firms like Andurand Capital Management and Macquarie Group, the N-GEO futures enhance transparency in the voluntary carbon offset market, encouraging broader participation and supporting carbon reduction targets.
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer remained stable in July at 134, experiencing a minor decline of 3 points. Key metrics such as the Index of Current Conditions dropped to 143, mainly due to lower principal crop prices. The Farm Financial Performance Index slightly improved to 99, yet the Farm Capital Investment Index fell to 50, with many producers planning reduced investments. Farmers anticipate significant increases in input costs, with 51% expecting rises of 4% or more. Optimism about farmland values persists, although recent surges lead to caution about future trends.