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Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. reports developments across financial market technology, exchange operations, clearing, data services and U.S. mortgage technology. The company operates futures, equity and options exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, clearing houses, energy and environmental markets, fixed income data and execution capabilities, and ICE Mortgage Technology workflows for housing finance.
Recurring news covers quarterly operating results, trading volume and open interest statistics, dividends and share repurchases, mortgage performance and home-price reports, index and market-data products, and data collaborations such as sustainable bond classification. Company updates also reflect how ICE packages market data, analytics and workflow tools for capital markets, fixed income, housing finance and exchange-listed markets.
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Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) reported significant milestones in its global environmental complex. On February 12, 2021, the ICE Global Carbon Futures Index reached a record value of $39.08/tonne. In February, total volume traded for ICE EU Carbon Allowance (EUA) Options exceeded 412,000 contracts. In 2020, over 14 gigatonnes of carbon were traded on ICE, accounting for approximately 40% of the world's total annual emissions footprint. ICE offers extensive environmental market solutions, facilitating carbon trading for diverse stakeholders.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) announced that ICE Benchmark Administration Limited (IBA) published a feedback statement regarding its plan to cease LIBOR publication. This decision follows consultations and a lack of panel bank support, with the cessation dates for GBP, EUR, CHF, and JPY LIBOR settings set for December 31, 2021, and USD LIBOR settings for June 30, 2023. The FCA has indicated it will not compel publication, though there may be discussions about a synthetic basis for some USD LIBOR settings.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) reported record activity in its Gilt and Sterling rates markets, managing Sterling-related risk. In February, ICE Gilt futures and options hit a single-day volume of over 1.91 million contracts and an average daily volume exceeding 459,000 contracts. On March 1, Short Sterling futures reached a record open interest of 20.1 million contracts. The CEO noted that this growth reflects strong liquidity and market engagement. ICE continues to innovate with products to support customer needs, including ERIS Interest Rate Futures.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) has provided an update on the launch of Murban Crude Oil Futures scheduled for March 29, 2021, pending regulatory approval. The first contract will be for June, expiring in April for physical delivery. ADNOC announced the removal of destination restrictions on Murban and other crude grades, enhancing trading flexibility. Additionally, ADNOC released a monthly report forecasting Murban export availability, projecting it to contribute 50% of its 5 million barrels per day production capacity by 2030. Contracts will be cleared at ICE Clear Europe.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) has announced the launch of the beta version of ICE SONIA Indexes via its Benchmark Administration. These indexes aim to simplify the calculation of SONIA compound interest for the UK lending market, featuring a 0% floor to mitigate negative interest rate risks. The methodology supports various lookback options and provides daily values even on non-business days. The ICE SONIA Indexes are expected to go live for financial instruments in April 2021.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reported impressive trading volume and revenue statistics for February 2021, showcasing record achievements across various contracts. Significant highlights include:
- Record futures open interest of 47.1 million contracts on February 22
- Brent futures open interest up 8% year-over-year
- RBOB gasoline open interest increased by 18% year-over-year
- Heating oil open interest surged by 49% year-over-year
- Record SONIA average daily volume up 562%
The full report can be accessed on ICE's investor relations website.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announces the retirement of CFO Scott Hill, effective May 14, 2021, after a 14-year tenure marked by a 16% compound annual growth rate in adjusted earnings per share. Warren Gardiner, previously Vice President of Investor Relations, will take over as CFO post the Annual Meeting. Hill will assist in the transition until the end of 2021 and remain an advisor until February 2023. The leadership change aims to continue ICE's growth trajectory and enhance financial reporting for stakeholders.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) announced the UK’s new Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) auction calendar, with the first auction set for May 19, 2021, pending regulatory approval. ICE will host these auctions for the UK Government's Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. ICE plans to launch UK Allowance (UKA) Futures contracts on the same date, with UKA Daily Futures following on May 21, 2021. The UK ETS aims to enhance climate goals, building on the success of the previous EU system, with carbon trading on ICE reaching over 14 gigatonnes annually.
Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reports significant growth in its Marine Fuel and Wet Freight sectors, driven by the International Maritime Organization's sulphur cap regulation. Following the cap's implementation in January 2020, ICE launched over 15 cash-settled Marine Fuel contracts, leading to record Open Interest of over 270 million barrels and a 115% year-over-year increase in traded volumes. Wet Freight also hit records, exceeding 106,000 lots. This growth indicates a rising demand for hedging tools among customers, reinforcing ICE’s position in the global maritime market.