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and operations is provided below: Company Overview: CME Group is a global markets company that operates futures and options exchanges, clearing houses, and data and analytics services. It is the worldβs leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, handling 3 billion contracts worth approximately $1 quadrillion annually. It offers trading in a wide range of asset classes, including interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural commodities, metals, and alternative investments such as weather and real estate. Operations: CME Group operates several exchanges, including the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT), and the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX). These exchanges facilitate the trading of futures contracts and options on futures contracts. CME Group also owns and operates the Dow Jones stock indexes. In addition, the company operates CME Clearing, a clearing house that acts as a central counterparty for all trades executed on its exchanges. Market Share: CME Group has a dominant position in the global futures market, with an estimated market share of around 40%. It is the largest futures exchange in the world for interest rates, equity indexes, and FX contracts. Technology: CME Group has invested heavily in technology to enhance its trading platforms and support its growing volumes. It offers a variety of electronic trading platforms, including CME Globex, which allows customers to trade virtually 24 hours a day. CME Groupβs technology has been recognized for its reliability and speed, and it is constantly evolving to meet the needs of its customers. Regulation: As a publicly traded company, CME Group is subject to regulation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). These agencies ensure the fair and orderly functioning of the markets and the protection of investors and customer funds. Corporate Citizenship: CME Group is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen and has implemented various initiatives to support sustainable business practices and give back to the communities where it operates. These initiatives include efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, support education and workforce development, and promote diversity and inclusion within the financial industry. Key Figures: - Total revenue in 2020 was $4.3 billion - Net income in 2020 was $2.2 billion - Average daily trading volume in 2020 was 18.3 million contracts - Market capitalization as of April 2021 is approximately $80 billion - CME Group has approximately 4,900 employees worldwide.
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