ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Rise of Crypto Derivatives CME Group, in collaboration with The Block, invites you to attend a webinar on Thursday, May 20 about the recent growth in demand for crypto risk management solutions as the market continues to see notable price action. Join us to hear from a panel of industry experts, including Tim McCourt, … Read More

Inflation Signals and Household Wealth By Blu Putnam, Chief Economist Erik Norland, Senior Economist CME Group What Are Commodities Signaling About Inflation? ​​Prices for commodities like lumber, corn and soybeans are surging. The gains have lifted inflation expectations to their highest level since 2013. But these markets are in backwardation, where future prices are relatively lower. … Read More

Micro Bitcoin futures: week one trading recap Micro-sized bitcoin, major possibilities Micro Bitcoin futures (MBT) are seeing a strong start in their first five days of trading with 80,561 contracts traded across seven expirations. At 1/10 the size of one bitcoin or 1/50 the size of the larger Bitcoin futures contract, these smaller-sized contracts offer a new way for traders of all … Read More

Economy Off to a Strong Start and Rising Inflation Concerns By Blu Putnam, Chief Economist Erik Norland, Senior Economist CME Group Economy on Path to Solid Growth in 2021 ​U.S. economy grew 1.6% in Q1 2021, 6.4% annualized. Economy could expand close to 10% in 2021. An uneven sectoral recovery could pose headwinds in 2022. … Read More

Now live: Micro Bitcoin futures Micro-sized bitcoin, major possibilities Access a cost-effective new way to fine-tune your bitcoin exposure and add versatility to your trading strategies with Micro Bitcoin futures (MBT), now available for trading. At 1/10 the size of one bitcoin or 1/50 the size of the Bitcoin futures contract, these smaller-sized contracts are the latest addition to CME Group’s … Read More