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CME Group Reports Historic 8.4 Million Contracts in 2025

CME Group, a global leader in derivatives trading, has unveiled remarkable statistics regarding its international average daily volume (ADV) for the year 2025. Reaching an unprecedented 8.4 million contracts, this figure represents an 8% increase compared to 2024. The rise in ADV indicates flourishing activity across various asset classes, reflecting the increased reliance of clients on CME Group’s global benchmarks amid ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges.

Key Growth Drivers

The impressive growth in CME Group's ADV stems from several critical areas. Metals trading surged by 37%, reflecting heightened interest in hard assets amid fluctuating market conditions. Equity indices saw a 20% increase, driven by strong stock performance in various global markets. Additionally, energy trading rose by 11%, while agricultural products increased by 9% and interest rate products edged up by 2%. This broad-based growth illustrates the versatility and robustness of CME Group’s offerings.

Julie Winkler, Senior Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer of CME Group, commented on the results, stating, "As we navigate through persistent economic and geopolitical uncertainty, our clients outside the United States have turned to us for our deep liquidity and global benchmarks to manage their risks effectively. We remain dedicated to equipping our clients with the tools necessary to navigate diverse market challenges in 2026 and beyond."

Regional Highlights

• - Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA): The ADV for this region reached a new peak of 6.1 million contracts, marking a 6% rise from last year. Notable growth was seen in equity indices with a 25% increase and metals with a 23% boost.
• - Asia Pacific (APAC): Tapping into the vibrant market conditions, APAC experienced a record ADV of 1.9 million contracts, up 13% from 2024. Remarkably, metals trading in APAC surged by 66%, highlighting significant investor confidence in this category.
• - Canada: Canada also reported a record ADV of 180,000 contracts, increasing by 10%. Across various products, equity indices rose by 23%, reflecting the growing interest in Canadian markets.
• - Latin America (LatAm): The LatAm region maintained its ADV at 173,000 contracts. Although unchanged from the previous year, this region achieved remarkable growth in specific categories, such as foreign exchange with a 42% increase.

Global Overview

Collectively, CME Group recorded a global ADV of 28.1 million contracts in 2025, an increase of 6% from the prior year. This milestone was driven largely by record levels in interest rate products which rose by 4% to a staggering 14.2 million contracts traded. Other notable performances included metals witnessing a 34% increase, alongside agricultural and energy products both recording an 8% rise.

Overall, CME Group’s solid performance in 2025 is a testament to its strategic focus on risk management and client service. With the ever-changing landscape of global markets, CME Group continues to be a beacon for traders looking to navigate the complexities of market participation.

As the world’s premier derivatives marketplace, CME Group empowers clients to engage in futures, options, and OTC markets, while also promoting portfolio optimization and data analytics. Its commitment to providing comprehensive services facilitates efficient risk management and opportunity exploitation across diverse industries.

The growth trajectory observed in 2025 not only marks a significant achievement for CME Group but also sets a precedent for future developments as it continues to lead in financial innovation and customer-centric services.