NASDAQ : CME

CME Group Inc. — News

$262.63 USD

-$3.54 (-1.33%)

Volume
2M
Average Volume
3.31M
Market Capitalization
$94.44B
P/E Ratio
22.16
Dividend Yield
4.28%
Price Target
$309.00
Year High
$329.16
Year Low
$218.31
Day High
Day Low
Payout Ratio
$0.95
Current Ratio
$1.02
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Coinbase vs. CME Group: Which Crypto Stock Is the Better Buy Now?

CME Group leads Coinbase on valuation, price gains and near-term growth, even as both expand across crypto and global trading markets.

zacks.com - 2026-08-04 14:16:13

Wall Street Is Buying Crypto's Plumbing, Not Its Ideology

BitMEX, the exchange that launched crypto's first perpetual futures contract, will close on September 23 after 11 years. BitMart, another crypto exchange, plans to wind down by January, according to Jean-Marie Mognetti, CoinShares co-founder, president and CEO.

etftrends.com - 2026-08-04 08:06:00

$60 million traded during inaugural weekend in the CME's 24/7 gold contract

Geopolitical uncertainty isn't taking weekends off, and neither are investors, as they embrace CME Group's 24/7 one-ounce gold contract.

kitco.com - 2026-07-28 15:24:09

4 Securities & Exchanges Stocks to Watch Despite Intense Competition

Zacks Securities and Exchanges industry players like CME, ICE, NDAQ and CBOE gain from rising crypto adoption, a higher non-trading revenue base and tech investments. However, competition remains a drag.

zacks.com - 2026-07-27 14:57:06

Traders Drive Strong Demand in First Weekend of CME Group's 24/7 Gold Futures

/PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced that nearly 15,000 1-Ounce Gold futures contracts traded during the

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-27 14:10:00

The New Way to Bet Big on Hot Stocks

The CME's new futures contracts let investors make magnified wagers on individual stocks—and on margin.

barrons.com - 2026-07-27 13:35:00

CME launches single stock futures enabling investors to trade SpaceX, Micron 23 hours a day

CME Group launched cash-settled single-stock futures on 55 U.S. equities, along with micro-sized contracts on 22 names. The contracts trade on CME's Globex platform from Sunday evening through Friday afternoon, with a one-hour daily maintenance break.

cnbc.com - 2026-07-27 11:32:24

If I Only Had $500 to Invest, This Is the ETF I'd Buy Right Now

This value ETF offers a great value for investors right now.

fool.com - 2026-07-27 04:44:00

America's Most Powerful Banker Just Confirmed It: I Want These 5 Stocks, Not The Market

I prioritize a TOLL+M investment model—tangible assets, oligopoly advantages, low incremental CapEx, durable cash flows, and macro tailwinds—to build resilient portfolios. Jamie Dimon highlights that even with 2% inflation, 10-year yields should remain above 4.0-4.5% due to risk premiums, supporting my 'run-it-hot' thesis. The S&P 500 prices in a 'good outcome' with little margin of safety; I see greater opportunity in selective stock picking over broad index exposure.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-26 07:30:00

CME Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

CME Group (NASDAQ: CME) reported record second-quarter revenue and near-record trading activity, while executives used much of the company's second-quarter 2026 earnings call to address investor questions about perpetual futures and outline a slate of new product launches. Chairman and CEO Terry Duffy said second-quarter average daily volume was 29.8 million contracts, the second-highest second quarter

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-24 01:02:42

CME Group: Q2 Earnings Results Lead To A Rating Upgrade

CME Group has underperformed the S&P 500, declining nearly 12% over the past 11 months. CME delivered solid Q2 2026 results, with EPS of $2.99 and revenue of $1.71B, both of which beat analysts' expectations. Market Data revenue surged more than 20% compared to the same period a year ago.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-23 12:24:03

CME Group: Quality Growth With A Defensive Profile

CME Group is rated Buy, supported by record results and a resilient, defensible futures franchise. CME's moat is anchored in open interest and margin efficiencies, not just market share, insulating it from FMX's cash bond competition. Three underappreciated growth drivers: Treasury clearing, retail expansion, and crypto, are poised to fuel future compounding.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-23 11:48:21

CME Group's Strong Quarter Still Supports A Hold

CME Group maintains strong core performance, posting record Q2 revenue and robust margins, yet the stock remains range-bound and fully valued. Q2 2026 highlights include $2.99 non-GAAP EPS, $1.71B revenue, 69.5% adjusted operating margin, and resilient trading volumes across key product lines. Capital return remains aggressive with $1.2B distributed via dividends and buybacks, backed by a strong balance sheet and disciplined expense management.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-23 07:18:05

CME profit tops estimates, CEO says 'perps' chatter overshadows results

CME Group beat Wall Street's second-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, fueled by ​strong hedging demand, sending the derivatives exchange's shares up 6.1%.

reuters.com - 2026-07-22 14:55:29

CME Group Inc. (CME) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

CME Group Inc. (CME) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-22 13:40:27

Nomura Core Equity Fund Q2 2026 Portfolio Review

Seagate Technology shares continued to advance as demand for high-capacity storage tied to AI data-center buildouts supported further positive earnings revisions. On balance, the Fund's artificial intelligence positioning was a net positive contributor to relative performance during the quarter. We added the Humana position on the view that earnings are at a cyclical trough, with MA margins currently depressed, in some cases negative, as elevated medical cost trends have outpaced premium growth across the industry.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-22 12:35:00

CME Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Record Market Data Growth

CME Group beats Q2 estimates as record market data revenues and resilient trading activity lift results, while expanding its product lineup.

zacks.com - 2026-07-22 12:25:28

CME (CME) Reports Q2 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say

Although the revenue and EPS for CME (CME) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2026, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

zacks.com - 2026-07-22 10:31:24

CME Group Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

CME Group NASDAQ: CME reported record second-quarter revenue and near-record trading activity, while executives used much of the company's second-quarter 2026 earnings call to address investor questions about perpetual futures and outline a slate of new product launches.

marketbeat.com - 2026-07-22 10:07:43

CME Group (CME) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

CME Group (CME) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.99 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.91 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.96 per share a year ago.

zacks.com - 2026-07-22 09:11:05

CME Group Inc. Reports Strong Financial Results for Q2 2026

CHICAGO, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CME) today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The company reported revenue of $1.7 billion and operating income of $1.1 billion for the second quarter of 2026.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-22 07:00:00

Artisan Value Fund Q2 2026 Portfolio Update

US equities advanced during Q2, supported by another quarter of better-than-expected corporate earnings and continued enthusiasm for companies benefiting from artificial intelligence-related investment. Our bottom five contributors to return in Q2 were Accenture, CME Group, Salesforce, Boston Scientific and EOG Resources. Our top five contributors to return in Q2 were Texas Instruments, Lam Research, NXP Semiconductors, Elevance Health and Alphabet.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-21 11:25:00

CME Group Launches Sorghum Basis Futures to Meet Global Feed, Export and Biofuel Demand

CHICAGO, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced plans to launch Sorghum basis futures. Trading is expected to start on August 24, 2026, pending regulatory review.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-21 10:00:00

CME (CME) Q2 Earnings Preview: What You Should Know Beyond the Headline Estimates

Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of CME (CME) for the quarter ended June 2026 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.

zacks.com - 2026-07-20 10:16:17

What's in the Cards for CME Group This Earnings Season?

CME Group's Q2 results are expected to reflect resilient revenue growth from market data and volatility-driven trading despite mixed contract volumes.

zacks.com - 2026-07-17 12:40:42

CME Group (CME) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

CME (CME) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

zacks.com - 2026-07-15 11:01:24

"Compute Is the New Oil": Kalshi Just Launched a Way to Bet on the Future Price of AI Computing Power

Kalshi just launched a way to trade the future price of AI computing power, putting a CFTC-regulated startup on a collision course with the two biggest names in derivatives. The exchange that wins this land grab could own a market its founders say will eventually dwarf oil futures.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-15 10:31:42

From Love Island to Precious Metals: How Prediction Markets Are Changing Finance

Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are betting on growth across new financial products. The industry's product menu already stretches from political elections and World Cup matches to weather events.

pymnts.com - 2026-07-10 11:27:24

CFTC to block CME's plan for 24/7 crude oil futures trading

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said on Thursday it would exercise its authority to ​stay the listing of a contract that ‌would have allowed CME Group to initiate 24/7 trading on crude oil futures as soon as Friday.

reuters.com - 2026-07-09 11:46:44

CME Group Is Launching Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX Futures Contracts on July 27. Here's the Investment Case.

SpaceX and Tesla are just two of a few dozen single-stock futures that commodities and futures exchange CME will launch near the end of this month. Although they're not something most investors need or would even want to trade, these tools can allow more experienced traders to protect or enhance their returns on an existing position in these stocks.

fool.com - 2026-07-09 11:32:00

Polymarket’s World Cup Bets Hit $3.9 Billion. Now Trump and Zuckerberg Want A Piece.

Prediction markets just had their coming-out party, and the numbers are staggering. $3,996,191,303 has traded on the "World Cup Winner" market as of July 6, 2026, per Polymarket, a single contract that has quietly surpassed the platform's 2024 US presidential contract (~$4 billion). With the July 19 final still ahead, Bernstein projects total World Cup... Polymarket's World Cup Bets Hit $3.9 Billion. Now Trump and Zuckerberg Want A Piece.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-07 15:58:59

Here's Exactly How I'd Invest $1 Million In America Today

I present a $1 million 'All-American' portfolio blending 50% S&P 500 ETF with six sector-leading U.S. stocks. VOO anchors the portfolio for low-cost, broad exposure, while single-stock picks target finance (MA, CME), energy (TPL), agriculture (DE), aerospace/defense (RTX), and consumer (MCD). Each stock is selected for durable advantages: MA and CME for scalable, oligopolistic finance; TPL for energy royalties; DE for agricultural tech; RTX for balanced defense/commercial aerospace; MCD for global brand and real estate model.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-07 07:30:00

Why CME Group (CME) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does CME (CME) have what it takes?

zacks.com - 2026-07-06 12:45:15

CME Group Reports Record June Average Daily Volume and Second-Highest Q2 Ever

Record June ADV of 30.6 million contracts All-time monthly records for equity index and agricultural products in June Q2 ADV reached 29.8 million contracts CHICAGO, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today reported its average daily volume (ADV) reached a new June record of 30.6 million contracts, up 19% year-over-year. The company also hit its second-highest Q2 volume ever, with 29.8 million contracts.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-02 07:30:00

CME Group to Launch Single Stock Futures on July 27

Offering to include standard- and micro-sized contracts across 50+ leading U.S. stocks Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Nvidia and SpaceX among listed firms CHICAGO, June 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced it will launch Single Stock futures across more than 50 of the top U.S. stocks on July 27, pending completion of all regulatory review and processes. This new offering will include 55 larger-sized and 22 Micro-sized futures contracts, providing market participants with additional flexibility to manage their equity exposure.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-30 08:30:00

The Fed Isn't Cutting Interest Rates Anytime Soon -- and Kevin Warsh Is Putting the Blame Squarely on President Trump

Warsh didn't say the president's name in explaining why rates won't be lowered. But he didn't have to.

fool.com - 2026-06-25 03:45:00

The Big 3: CME, DASH, CAT

As CME Group (CME) experiences a substantial sell-off dragging shares to 52-week lows, @Theotrade's Don Kaufman sees a "rip your face off" rally occurring once bullish momentum grips the stock. He offers a bullish example options trade for CME while turning to bearish trades in DoorDash (DASH) and Caterpillar (CAT).

youtube.com - 2026-06-24 13:00:19

LSEGY vs. CME: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors looking for stocks in the Securities and Exchanges sector might want to consider either London Stock Exchange Group plc - Unsponsored ADR (LSEGY) or CME Group (CME). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

zacks.com - 2026-06-19 12:41:05

CME Stock Nears 52-Week Low After a 19.8% Drop: Time to Hold or Exit?

CME Group expands its product lineup and global reach while benefiting from electronic trading growth and strong capital returns.

zacks.com - 2026-06-19 11:41:06

Why CME Group (CME) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does CME (CME) have what it takes?

zacks.com - 2026-06-18 12:46:10

CME Sues U.S. Regulator to Stop Kalshi From Offering Popular ‘Perp' Futures

The CFTC recently greenlighted Kalshi's plan to list perps in the U.S. CME, the dominant derivatives exchange, argued the regulator violated federal law.

wsj.com - 2026-06-18 12:01:00

Here Are Thursday's Best Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Albemarle, American Express, CME Group, Constellation Energy, Fact Set Research, Intuit, SpaceX, Targa Resources,and More

Futures are trading higher this morning after we finally heard what we expected from Kevin Warsh, the new Chairman of the Federal Reserve: they may have to raise rates later this year if inflation continues to flare up.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-18 08:02:27

CME CEO Terrence Duffy says the exchange operator will sue CFTC over perpetual futures

Outgoing CME CEO Terrence Duffy said in an appearance on CNBC's “Fast Money” that the exchange operator was planning on suing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, or CFTC, over perpetual futures. Perpetual futures are like futures contracts but have no expiration date.

cnbc.com - 2026-06-17 19:21:48

CME CEO Terry Duffy on suing CFTC: I'm always up for a good battle, 'I won't shy away from this'

Outgoing CME CEO Terry Duffy joins 'Fast Money' to explain why he is planning to sue the CFTC over perpetual futures.

youtube.com - 2026-06-17 18:11:54

CME Group's Terry Duffy to Step Down as CEO, Ceding Role to Finance Chief

The succession will mark the end of an era for the derivatives exchange, which transformed under Duffy's long run.

wsj.com - 2026-06-17 15:23:00

CME Stock Tumbles After Surprise CEO Transition Plan

CME Group (CME) shares fell about 4% on Wednesday after the derivatives exchange said it plans a leadership change that will hand the chief executive role to it

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-17 10:24:00

CME Group's Terry Duffy to Step Down as CEO; Lynne Fitzpatrick to Take Helm

Duffy, will hand the reins to Fitzpatrick, currently president and chief financial officer, on March 1, 2027.

wsj.com - 2026-06-17 09:07:00

CME Group's Terry Duffy to step down in 2027, CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick to become CEO

CME Group's Terry Duffy to step down in 2027, CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick to become CEO

cnbc.com - 2026-06-17 08:40:27

CME Group Terry Duffy Will Step Down as Chief Executive Officer and Transition to Executive Chairman of the Board in March 2027; President and CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick Will Be Appointed CEO

CHICAGO, June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, today announced its longest-serving Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Terry Duffy will transition to Executive Chairman on March 1, 2027. Lynne Fitzpatrick, currently President and Chief Financial Officer, will be named Chief Executive Officer and will join the CME Group Board of Directors at that time.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-17 08:30:00

CME DCF Analysis: Intrinsic Value $194 vs Price $266

On June 16, 2026, we conduct a DCF analysis for CME Group Inc (CME), which has shown mixed price performance recently. The stock has increased by 6.1% over the

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-16 07:22:00

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CME Price Target Summary

Last Month

$302.25

4 analysts

Last Quarter

$311.57

7 analysts

Last Year

$312.38

24 analysts

All Time

$258.68

66 analysts

CME Recent Analyst Grades

Date Analyst Firm Action Previous Grade New Grade
2026-07-23 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-07-23 JP Morgan Maintain Underweight Underweight
2026-07-23 B of A Securities Maintain Underperform Underperform
2026-07-15 Piper Sandler Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-07-10 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-07-09 Barclays Maintain Equal Weight Equal Weight
2026-07-08 TD Cowen Maintain Buy Buy
2026-07-06 UBS Maintain Neutral Neutral
2026-07-02 Raymond James Maintain Outperform Outperform
2026-06-22 TD Cowen Maintain Buy Buy
2026-06-18 Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Upgrade Market Perform Outperform
2026-06-11 Rothschild & Co Upgrade Neutral Buy
2026-06-05 Erste Group Downgrade Buy Hold
2026-04-23 Barclays Maintain Equal Weight Equal Weight
2026-04-23 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-04-23 TD Cowen Maintain Buy Buy
2026-04-15 Piper Sandler Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-04-13 Barclays Maintain Equal Weight Equal Weight
2026-04-10 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-04-09 TD Cowen Maintain Buy Buy
2026-04-08 Barclays Maintain Equal Weight Equal Weight
2026-03-04 Argus Research Downgrade Buy Hold
2026-02-06 UBS Maintain Neutral Neutral
2026-02-05 TD Cowen Maintain Buy Buy
2026-02-05 Barclays Maintain Equal Weight Equal Weight
2026-02-05 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-02-05 JP Morgan Maintain Underweight Underweight
2026-02-05 RBC Capital Maintain Sector Perform Sector Perform
2026-01-15 Morgan Stanley Maintain Overweight Overweight
2026-01-14 TD Cowen Upgrade Hold Buy