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CME Group Inc. operates a derivatives marketplace that supports trading and clearing in futures, options, cash and OTC markets. Its exchanges list benchmark products tied to interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, cryptocurrencies, energy, agricultural products and metals, with trading conducted through CME Globex, fixed income markets through BrokerTec, foreign exchange through EBS and central counterparty services through CME Clearing.
Company news commonly covers quarterly results, clearing and transaction fee revenue, market data revenue, dividends, new futures and options contracts, benchmark administration and regulatory approvals affecting clearing or margin services. Recurring updates also include cryptocurrency and equity index product expansion, U.S. repo and Term SOFR reference-rate activity, and the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer.
CME Group announced that Micro Bitcoin futures volume surpassed 500,000 contracts on May 24, 2021, demonstrating strong market demand. This new contract, one-fiftieth the size of larger Bitcoin futures, aims to provide traders of varying sizes a more efficient way to manage bitcoin price risk. As an innovative addition to the product lineup, Micro Bitcoin futures are cash-settled to the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate and are subject to CME's trading rules. CME Group continues to lead in offering diverse derivatives products for market participants worldwide.
CME Group announced the launch of the first trades for its new interest rate futures based on the Central Bank of Mexico's Overnight TIIE funding rate (F-TIIE) on May 24, 2021. Notable institutions, including BBVA México, Monex Casa de Bolsa, and Banorte, executed the trades via Altura Markets and CME Direct. This initiative aims to support the Central Bank's goal of developing robust risk-free rates in Mexico and enhances the existing OTC Mexican interest rate swaps clearing business. This product is expected to facilitate the transition to a modern market structure for Mexico's financial system.
CME Group announced the launch of interest rate futures based on the Bloomberg Short-Term Bank Yield Index (BSBY), set to trade in Q3 2021, with OTC clearing for BSBY swaps expected in Q4, pending regulatory approval. This initiative aims to address client demands for credit-sensitive instruments, providing enhanced risk management tools. The BSBY index, measuring average yields of large global banks, seeks to facilitate the transition away from USD LIBOR. Financially settled, the BSBY futures will complement existing SOFR products, enhancing CME's offering in the derivatives market.
CME Group has been selected by the Alternative Reference Rates Committee (ARRC) to publish recommended forward-looking Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) term rates after a competitive request for proposals process. The CME SOFR Term Reference Rates for 1-month, 3-month, and 6-month tenors are now available for licensing as of April 21, 2021. These rates can be accessed via the CME Group website and licensed data vendors, enhancing CME's role in managing risks in financial markets.
CME Group Foundation has awarded nearly $3 million in grants aimed at enhancing kindergarten readiness and K-12 education in Chicago and Illinois. This funding includes $1,275,000 for kindergarten programs and $700,000 for K-12 initiatives focusing on computer science and financial education. Additionally, a special grant of $1 million supports the Obama Foundation's efforts to increase male educators of color in Chicago. The Foundation has a history of funding impactful educational projects.
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CME Group reported a record trading volume of 25,010 Copper options contracts on May 10, 2021, exceeding the previous record of 16,029 contracts from November 7, 2019. This surge is attributed to increasing investments in infrastructure and sustainable energy as economies recover. Young-Jin Chang, Managing Director at CME Group, highlighted the importance of the Copper options market for managing price risk. CME Group continues to enhance its offerings in the commodities marketplace, supporting diverse trading needs.
CME Group has expanded its suite of CME Group Volatility Indexes (CVOL™) by adding over 40 benchmark indexes to enhance market participants' access to implied volatility data. Starting today, five new multi-product indexes covering Treasuries, agriculture, energy, metals, and commodities are available, alongside several single-product indexes. This expansion responds to increasing demand from clients for precise volatility information across various asset classes. The CVOL family is compliant with IOSCO Principles for Financial Benchmarks, with daily updates available through various platforms.
CME Group announced that its new Micro Bitcoin futures surpassed 100,000 contracts traded within the first six days. This strong customer adoption indicates a robust demand for smaller contract sizes, enhancing trading strategies for various clients, from institutions to active traders. At 1/10th of a bitcoin, these cash-settled contracts provide a cost-effective solution for managing bitcoin price risks, while continuing to leverage the CME's established Bitcoin futures.
CME Group announced the preliminary results from its 2021 annual meeting held on May 5, 2021. Shareholders elected a slate of directors for a one-year term, including Terrence A. Duffy and Timothy S. Bitsberger. The appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the independent public accounting firm for 2021 was ratified. Additionally, the compensation of named executive officers received advisory approval. However, there was no quorum for the elections of Class B-1 and Class B-3 directors, resulting in holdover for certain directors until the 2022 meeting. Official results will be filed with the SEC.