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CME Group

CME Group, Inc. operates a derivatives marketplace, which offers a range of futures and options products for risk management. Its exchanges offer a range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange (FX), energy, agricultural commodities and metals. It offers futures and options on futures trading across asset classes through the CME Globex platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and FX trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it also operates CME Clearing, a central counterparty clearing provider. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

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CME Group achieves record-breaking 2022 performance amidst market challenges

CME Group's 2022 performance was exceptional, marked by record volumes, revenue growth, and successful transitions. The company's focus on innovation, strategic positioning in energy and cryptocurrency markets, and pricing adjustments have driven positive outcomes. Challenges in margins and market uncertainties require careful navigation.

CME Group posts record Q1 earnings, eyes growth in SOFR

CME Group delivered a strong performance in Q1 2023, achieving record revenue and profitability driven by growth in interest rate and options trading.
The company's strategic focus on risk management, shareholder value creation, and market competitiveness positions it well for future growth and revenue generation.
While facing challenges in a competitive market environment, CME Group has opportunities to capitalize on the demand for SOFR products and options trading.
Optimism surrounding the company's future growth potential, coupled with effective expense management and revenue diversification, underpin its resilience and strategic outlook.

CME Group excels in Q2 with record revenue and strategic focus

CME Group's Q2 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by growth across asset classes and a focus on customer-centric strategies. The company's emphasis on innovation, regulatory compliance, and market leadership positions it well for future growth.

CME Group reports strong Q3 earnings, eyes growth amid challenges

CME Group's Q3 2023 earnings call highlighted robust financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic positioning. Despite facing regulatory challenges and cost management concerns, the company remains confident in its offerings and growth prospects. Opportunities for expansion through innovation and capitalizing on market trends were key discussion points.

CME Group achieves record 2023 results amidst global uncertainties

CME Group's record-breaking performance in 2023 underscores its market leadership and financial strength, with revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong product demand driving positive results.
While facing challenges from global uncertainties and market dynamics, the company's strategic focus on innovation, risk management, and efficiency positions it well to capitalize on opportunities in evolving markets.
By introducing new products, expanding partnerships, and navigating changing market conditions adeptly, CME Group demonstrates resilience and adaptability, paving the way for continued growth and success in the financial industry.
Overall, CME Group's strategic initiatives, financial performance, and market positioning reflect a company poised for sustained success, leveraging opportunities and strengths to overcome challenges and drive future growth.

CME Group achieves record earnings in Q1 2024, eyes growth

CME Group delivered a strong performance in Q1 2024, setting records in revenue and earnings.
The company faces challenges in managing expenses amid growth initiatives and competitive dynamics.
However, CME's strengths in market leadership, network infrastructure, and regulatory alignment position it well for future opportunities.
By capitalizing on data services and revenue growth avenues, CME can continue its upward trajectory in the market.

CME Group achieves record Q3 performance amidst regulatory challenges

CME Group's Q3 performance was exceptional, marked by record volumes and financial metrics. Despite challenges in regulatory compliance and competition, the company is well-positioned for growth through strategic opportunities in interest rate products and retail expansion.

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CME Group's first-quarter revenues are likely to have benefited from clearing and transaction fees, market data and information services and other revenues, strong market position and varied derivative product lines.

What's in the Offing for CME Group (CME) This Earnings Season?

CHICAGO, April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced it is publishing CME Term SOFR Reference Rates for 1-month, 3-month and 6-month tenors. These benchmarks are based on CME Group's deep and liquid underlying SOFR futures, making them a robust and sustainable measure of forward-looking SOFR rates.

CME Group Announces Launch of CME Term SOFR Reference Rates

LONDON and CHICAGO, April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced it has integrated its FX Link platform with the Refinitiv Trade Notification (RTN) and IHS Markit's MarkitSERV messaging services. By connecting with Refinitiv and IHS Markit, FX Link customers can now receive OTC spot FX messages directly via RTN or MarkitSERV which will streamline onboarding and meet their Straight Through Processing (STP) requirements.

CME Group Integrates FX Link with Refinitiv Trade Notification (RTN) and IHS Markit's MarkitSERV to Enhance Access to Cleared FX Swap Liquidity

CHICAGO and MEXICO CITY, April 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced it will introduce interest rate futures based on the Central Bank of Mexico's Overnight TIIE funding rate (F-TIIE). Monthly contracts based on the Mexican F-TIIE Rate will become available for trading on May 24, 2021, pending regulatory review.

CME Group to Launch Mexican F-TIIE Interest Rate Futures

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(Kitco News) - The battery metals market continues to heat up as investors focus on the growing green energy revolution. One exchange is looking to bring the market into the mainstream with a new futures contract.

CME taking battery metals main stream launching lithium futures

CHICAGO, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced that it will launch Lithium Hydroxide CIF CJK (Fastmarkets) futures on May 3, pending all relevant regulatory reviews. Lithium futures are designed to help market participants manage their battery metals risk, and they represent the latest tool the exchange has launched to help establish a forward curve for a key material in the green economy, joining the recent launch of CME Group's Cobalt Metal (Fastmarkets) futures.

CME Group to Launch Lithium (Fastmarkets) Futures on May 3

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CME Group (CME) reports ADV of 21.8 million contracts per day for first quarter of 2021, down 19% year over year due to lower volumes in all six product lines.

CME Group (CME) Q1 Volumes Drop Y/Y in All Product Lines

CHICAGO, April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today reported its Q1 and March 2021 market statistics, showing it reached average daily volume (ADV) of 21.8 million contracts during the first quarter, and 21.7 million contracts during the month of March. Market statistics are available in greater detail at https://cmegroupinc.gcs-web.com/monthly-volume.

CME Group Reports Q1 and March 2021 Monthly Market Statistics

CME Group, the world's largest derivatives marketplace, announced that it is expanding its suite of crypto offerings with micro bitcoin futures as the popular coin gains traction from both institutional to retail investors, propelling it to record highs. The micro bitcoin futures of CME, or Chicago Mercantile Exchange, will be one-tenth the size of one bitcoin and will start trading on May 3, pending regulatory review.

CME Group, world's largest derivatives marketplace, to offer micro bitcoin futures in May

CME Group's (CME) addition of the new Micro Bitcoin Futures Contract is likely to facilitate price discovery and transparency.

CME Group (CME) to Introduce Micro Bitcoin Futures Contract

CME Group Inc (NASDAQ: CME), one of the largest derivatives exchanges in the world, said it would launch Micro Bitcoin futures contracts on its platform later this year. What Happened: “Micro Bitcoin futures will be one-tenth the size of one Bitcoin,” said the CME Group in a press release.

Micro Bitcoin Futures To Be Launched On CME Derivatives Exchange In May

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Looking Ahead: Here's Why Rising Rates Will Help CME Group

CHICAGO, March 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced it will expand its suite of crypto derivatives with the introduction of a new Micro Bitcoin futures contract on May 3, pending regulatory review. Micro Bitcoin futures will be one-tenth the size of one bitcoin.

CME Group to Launch Micro Bitcoin Futures on May 3

CME Group (CME) is poised to grow riding on expanded products portfolio, non-transaction- related opportunities, OTC offerings, cross-sell through alliances, strong global presence and solid liquidity.

CME Group (CME) Gains From Transaction Fees, Faces Cost Woes

Shares of CME Group Inc. rallied 2.3% in afternoon trading Wednesday, after BofA Securities analyst Michael Carrier said it's time to buy the derivatives marketplace, given his upbeat outlook for revenue and an attractive yield. Carrier raised his rating to buy from neutral, while lifting his stock price target to $220 from $200.

CME stock rallies after BofA says buy, citing improving revenue backdrop and attractive yield

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Financials are off to a strong start in 2021, but one analyst said Wednesday the runs for two financial sector stocks may just be getting started. The Analyst: Bank of America analyst Michael Carrier upgraded Bank of New York Mellon Corp (NYSE: BK) from Underperform to Buy and raised his price target from $43 to $50.

BofA Upgrades CME Group, Bank Of NY Mellon On Expectations For Rising Interest Rates

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After close to 50% gains since the March 23 lows of last year, at the current price near $208 per share, we believe CME Group's stock is trading above its near-term potential. CME Group, the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, has seen its stock increase from $140 to $208 off the March.

CME Group Stock Is Slightly On The Pricier Side

CHICAGO, March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced it will expand its suite of E-mini Nasdaq-100 options with the launch of Monday and Wednesday Weekly options on April 12, pending regulatory review. These new options contracts will complement the existing Friday Weekly, End-of-Month and Quarterly options on E-mini Nasdaq-100 futures.

CME Group to Launch E-mini Nasdaq-100 Monday and Wednesday Weekly Options on April 12

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CHICAGO, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, today announced that Micro E-mini Equity Index futures reached record trading volume of 5.1 million contracts on March 4 across all four indexes – the S&P 500, Nasdaq-100,...

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