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CME Group Inc. (CME) generates a steady flow of news as what it describes as the world's leading derivatives marketplace, based in Chicago and operating in the securities and commodity exchanges industry. Its press releases focus on trading activity, product developments and research collaborations tied to its futures, options, cash and OTC markets across interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products, metals and cryptocurrencies.
Many news items highlight market statistics, such as record average daily volume (ADV) across asset classes, record U.S. Treasury futures and options activity, and growth in international ADV in regions including EMEA, Asia Pacific, Canada and Latin America. These updates often break down volumes by product group, covering interest rate, equity index, energy, agricultural, metals, foreign exchange and cryptocurrency contracts, as well as micro-sized futures.
Another recurring theme is product innovation. CME Group announces additions to its cryptocurrency derivatives suite, including futures on Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana and plans for Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK) and Stellar (Lumens), with both micro and larger contract sizes pending regulatory review. Releases also describe collaborations such as the FanDuel Predicts platform, which uses CME Group benchmarks in prediction markets on financial indicators and sports.
CME Group news also covers research and education, including monthly results from the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, and the outcomes of the University Trading Challenge for students worldwide. Corporate announcements, such as annual meeting dates, earnings release schedules and other events reported via Form 8-K, appear alongside these operational updates.
Investors and market participants can use the CME news feed to follow changes in trading volumes, new contract launches, regional activity and sentiment indicators that relate to the company’s multi-asset derivatives franchise.
CME Group has announced the launch of the derivatives industry's first-ever Sustainable Clearing service, effective September 27, 2021. This service allows market participants to track and report their hedging activities in relation to sustainability goals, covering sustainable products like carbon offsets and battery metals. The initiative responds to clients' increasing focus on sustainability, promoting efficient risk management while adhering to third-party standards. The eligibility criteria will be governed by CME Benchmark Administration Limited to ensure transparency and integrity.
CME Group announced that its SOFR futures contracts achieved a record open interest of 1,004,882 contracts on September 15, 2021. This marks the seventh consecutive day of record open interest. SOFR futures volume jumped 195% year-over-year to 125,000 contracts per day in August. Total SOFR-linked open interest has reached 20.2 million contracts, accounting for 38% of the total short-term interest rate futures and options open interest at CME. The rise in SOFR futures reflects significant market adoption since the introduction of SOFR-based fallbacks in March 2021.
CME Group announced the launch of E-mini Russell 2000 Monday and Wednesday Weekly options, effective October 4, pending regulatory review. This expansion aims to cater to the growing demand for short-dated options, providing clients with enhanced flexibility for hedging around major market events. The new contracts will complement existing options and are designed to simplify risk management in the small-cap market, benefiting around $10.6 trillion in assets managed against the Russell US indexes.
CME Group will release its third-quarter 2021 earnings on October 27, 2021, before market opening. Highlights will be available online at 6:00 a.m. CT. A conference call for investors will follow at 7:30 a.m. CT, where executives will address analyst questions. CME Group is a leader in diverse derivatives trading, offering a variety of products across major asset classes, including interest rates and energy. The live audio webcast will be accessible via the company's investor relations page.
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer increased to 138 in August 2021, up 4 points from July. The Index of Current Conditions rose 9 points to 152, while the Index of Future Expectations increased 2 points to 132. Farmers expressed improved financial outlooks, with the Farm Financial Performance Index climbing to 110, its highest since May. However, 39% of respondents anticipate input price inflation of 8% or more in the next year. Despite concerns, producers are optimistic about farmland values and rental rates rising in 2022.
CME Group reported its August 2021 market statistics, with an average daily volume (ADV) of 17.5 million contracts, marking a 7% increase from August 2020. Key highlights include:
- Interest Rate ADV: 8.8 million contracts, up 23%
- Equity Index ADV: 4.2 million contracts
- Options ADV: 2.8 million contracts, a 37% increase
- Energy ADV: 2.1 million contracts
- Foreign Exchange ADV: 624,000 contracts
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.
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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.