- CME Group (CME, Financial) sets a new record for May with an average daily volume (ADV) of 28.9 million contracts, up 11% year-over-year.
- SOFR futures ADV sees significant growth, increasing by 31% to 4 million contracts.
- Cryptocurrency trading shows exceptional performance with Micro Ether futures ADV up by 235%.
CME Group, a leading global derivatives marketplace, has reported a record-breaking performance for May 2025 with an average daily volume (ADV) of 28.9 million contracts, reflecting an 11% year-over-year increase. This achievement underscores CME's strong market presence and robust engagement across its trading platforms.
In May 2025, the Interest Rate segment particularly stood out, achieving an ADV of 16.2 million contracts, a record for the month, as traders navigated a dynamic interest rate landscape. Notably, SOFR futures ADV climbed by 31% to 4 million contracts, highlighting the ongoing transition from LIBOR to alternative reference rates.
The equity index segment also experienced growth, with a 15% increase in ADV, driven by retail participation. The Micro E-mini Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 futures exhibited remarkable strength, with respective growth rates of 37% and 60%.
Cryptocurrency trading was another area of strong performance, with ADV climbing 145% to 197,000 contracts. Micro Ether futures led this category, with an impressive 235% increase in ADV, reflecting greater institutional adoption of crypto derivatives.
International business for CME also expanded significantly, with ADV rising 15% to 8.7 million contracts. Growth in the EMEA region was notable at 14%, while Asia's ADV surged by 24%, underscoring CME's global market expansion efforts.
The BrokerTec platform saw a 28.6% increase in U.S. Repo average daily notional value (ADNV) to $352 billion, while the EBS Spot FX ADNV rose 27% to $67.8 billion, demonstrating solid performance in these segments.
