CME Group Reports Record Q3 2026 Results Driven by Double-Digit Volume Growth
CME Group (CME) delivered a record-breaking third quarter for 2026, reporting revenue of $1.7 billion, a 13% increase year-over-year. This growth was fueled by double-digit volume increases across all six asset classes and a significant surge in international trading activity, particularly within the EMEA and APAC regions. The company's market data revenue reached a record high of $243 million, marking its 34th consecutive quarter of growth. Financial performance was bolstered by an adjusted EPS of $3.02, up 13% from the previous year. CME Group also demonstrated strong capital efficiency, providing customers with average daily margin savings of $100 billion. The company continues to prioritize shareholder returns, distributing nearly $1 billion through dividends and share repurchases during the quarter while preparing for upcoming regulatory mandates such as the SEC Treasury clearing requirement.
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