CHICAGO, 23 October 2025 – CME Group Inc (CME Group) posted a 3% decline in revenue to US$1.54 billion for the third quarter of 2025, compared to US$1.58 billion in the previous year.
Net income slightly dropped year-on-year from US$912 million to US$908 million, and diluted earnings per share fell to US$2.49 from US$2.50.
“Global clients continued relying on CME Group markets across all asset classes as they sought to navigate risk and pursue opportunities amid ongoing uncertainty in Q3,” said Terry Duffy, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, CME Group.
He continued, “As a result, we achieved our second-highest third-quarter average daily volume, as well as adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per share on par with last year’s exceptionally strong Q3 performance. Looking ahead, we remain focused on delivering efficiencies, new products and expanded access for market users, including through our new partnership with FanDuel and 24/7 trading in our cryptocurrency futures and options.”
The derivates exchange reported a total of US$1.2 billion in clearing and transaction fees for the period. Its average rate per contract was US$0.702. Market data revenue amounted to US$203 million.
During the period, CME Group hit a record-breaking growth of over US$900 billion in Crypto futures and options volumes. This was further complemented by an all-time high market participation with 1,014 large open interested holders in the week of 16 September 2025. This demonstrates a notable surge in institutional participation in crypto market, reinforcing crypto as a main asset class.
Source: CME Group
