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CME Group Achieves Record Volume in Q2 2025

In an impressive showing, CME Group, the preeminent global marketplace for derivatives, has revealed that its quarterly international average daily volume (ADV) reached an unprecedented 9.2 million contracts in the second quarter of 2025. This figure represents an 18% increase compared to the same quarter last year, underlining the robust performance of the company amidst a dynamic trading environment.

The surge in trading activity is attributed to record volumes achieved across several market segments, specifically in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region where ADV hit 6.7 million contracts, a 15% rise year-over-year. Additionally, the Asia Pacific (APAC) region experienced remarkable growth with an ADV of 2.2 million contracts, up 30% from the same period last year.

Breakdown of Achievements:

The record trading volume spans various product categories:

• - Interest Rate products saw a substantial increase of 14%.
• - Equity Index products surged by 38%.
• - Energy products achieved a 23% increase.
• - Agricultural products saw growth of 3%.
• - Metals products increased by 14%.

Julie Winkler, Senior Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer of CME Group, stated, “During this period of heightened volatility, a broad range of market participants again turned to CME Group to manage risk and pursue opportunities across asset classes. Our clients continue to rely on the strength of our global benchmarks and around-the-clock liquidity, enabling them to efficiently respond in every time zone and whenever market-moving events occur.”

Regional Highlights:

• - EMEA Region: The record volume of 6.7 million contracts was fueled by an impressive 43% growth in Equity Index trading, along with 15% in Energy and 12% in Interest Rate products.
• - APAC Region: The ADV of 2.2 million contracts reflects significant gains in Energy products, which soared by 67%, while Metals and Agricultural products grew by 34% and 13%, respectively.
• - Canada: The Canadian ADV stood at 190,000 contracts for Q2 2025, marking a 17% annual growth, boosted by notable increases of 19% and 35% in Interest Rate and Equity Index products, respectively.
• - Latin America (LatAm): Reported an ADV of 189,000 contracts, indicating a 4% increase from last year, with Foreign Exchange and Metals products achieving quarterly records.

Overall, CME Group reported a global record quarterly ADV of 30.2 million contracts, up an impressive 16% year-over-year, bolstered by gains in Interest Rate, Agricultural, and Metals products.

CME Group's Role in the Market:

CME Group remains at the forefront of the derivatives market, providing clients with the ability to trade futures, options, cash, and OTC markets while optimizing portfolios and analyzing data. It empowers market participants worldwide to manage risks efficiently and seize lucrative opportunities.

The organization offers a comprehensive range of global benchmark products across various asset classes, including interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products, and metals. The CME Globex platform facilitates trading in futures and options on futures, while fixed income trading is accessible through BrokerTec, and foreign exchange trading is conducted on the EBS platform. Furthermore, CME Clearing operates as one of the leading central counterparty clearing providers worldwide.

CME Group is not only a pioneer in the derivatives space but also exemplifies a commitment to innovation and excellence in trading solutions, making it a cornerstone of the global financial landscape.

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