CME Group Reports International Average Daily Volume Increase to 9 Million Contracts in Q3 2026
In the third quarter of 2026, CME Group reported an international average daily volume (ADV) of 9 million contracts, representing a 22% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The growth was primarily driven by Energy products (+40%), Agricultural products (+28%), and Equity Index products (+24%). Julie Winkler, Chief Commercial Officer at CME Group, attributed this surge to global market volatility caused by geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns. International trading volume saw significant expansion across all regions: Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) with a 20% increase; Asia Pacific (APAC) with a 28% rise; Latin America with a 24% growth; and Canada with a 21% jump. The global ADV for CME Group reached 29.4 million contracts in Q3, up 16% year-over-year, surpassing the previous record set in 2024.
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