CME Group (CME) Investor presentation summary

Competitive advantages and product diversity

• Broad product suite spans interest rates, equity index, energy, agricultural, metals, FX, and cryptocurrency, supporting diverse risk management needs.

• Deep liquidity pools and a healthy ecosystem of varied market participants drive unmatched capital efficiencies.

• Proprietary market data and technology investments, including a strategic partnership with Google Cloud, enhance trading and customer acquisition.

• Global sales organization with significant presence outside the U.S. and a focus on customer-driven innovation.

Financial performance and growth

• Achieved 8% revenue growth and 10% earnings growth year-over-year in Q4 2025, with a 67.1% adjusted operating margin.

• Record average daily volume (ADV) for the fifth consecutive year in 2025, with notable growth in metals (114%) and equity index (22%).

• Non-U.S. ADV reached 9.6 million in 2026 to date, with 60% of front office sales staff outside the U.S.

• Adjusted net income for 2025 was $4.09 billion, with a total revenue of $6.52 billion and a 69.4% operating margin.

Product innovation and customer growth

• Significant ADV growth in new products, including 32% in micros and 11% in OTC alternatives in 2025.

• Retail customer base nearly quadrupled over the past decade, with 23% growth in 2025 and 46% of participants from outside the U.S.

• Launched new retail partnerships and products, including a joint venture with FanDuel and expanded micro contracts.

• Leading position in battery metals, voluntary carbon, and cryptocurrency derivatives.