The earnings call reflected a strong performance by CME Group, with multiple record-breaking achievements in trading volume, revenue, and earnings. The company's growth in international markets and retail trader expansion were notable highlights. Despite facing challenges in managing collateral volatility and the complexities in physical commodities trading, the overall sentiment was overwhelmingly positive.

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Q3 2025

During the CME Group's second-quarter 2025 earnings call, the company reported a record-breaking performance, with average daily volume reaching an all-time high of 30.2 million contracts, marking a 16% increase from the previous year. The growth spanned all six asset classes, with notable records in interest rates, agricultural commodities, and metals. Financial products volume rose by 17%, and commodity sector volume by 15%. The international business also saw its highest-ever quarterly volume, averaging 9.2 million contracts per day, driven by significant growth in EMEA and APAC regions. Retail participation surged, with over 90,000 new retail traders, contributing to a record 4.1 million contracts in Micro's ADV. Financially, CME Group achieved a revenue of $1.7 billion, a 10% increase from the prior year, with record clearing and transaction fees of $1.4 billion. The company's adjusted operating income reached a record $1.2 billion, with an operating margin of 71%. Additionally, the adjusted net income was $1.1 billion, translating to $2.96 per share, both up 16% year-over-year. For the full year, the company revised its total adjusted operating expenses guidance to approximately $1.635 billion, excluding license fees, reflecting a $15 million reduction from prior guidance.

Record-Breaking Performance

CME Group reported a record-breaking quarter with average daily volume exceeding 30 million contracts for the first time. The second quarter's average daily volume of 30.2 million contracts represented an increase of 16% compared to the same period last year.

Financial Products and Commodity Growth

Financial products volume grew by 17%, and commodity sector volume grew by 15%. There were all-time quarterly volume records in interest rates, agricultural commodities, and metals.

International Business Strength

CME Group's international business reached its highest-ever quarterly volume, averaging 9.2 million contracts per day, up 18% from the prior year. Record growth was seen in EMEA with a 15% increase and APAC with a 30% increase.

Retail Trader Expansion

Over 90,000 new retail traders participated in CME Group markets for the first time, marking a 56% increase from the same period last year. Retail participation saw a significant 16% increase this quarter.

Revenue and Earnings Records

CME Group generated revenue of $1.7 billion, up 10% from the second quarter in 2024. Record financial results were delivered for the second consecutive quarter with adjusted net income and diluted earnings per share both up 16% year-over-year.

Cost Management and Operating Margin

Continued strong cost discipline led to adjusted operating income at a record $1.2 billion, up 14% year-over-year. The adjusted operating margin for the quarter was 71%, up from 69.1% last year.

CME Group (CME) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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CME Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Oct 22, 2025	2025 (Q3)	2.71 / -	2.68	―	―	―
Jul 24, 2025	2025 (Q2)	2.91 / 2.96	2.56	15.62% (+0.40)	―
Apr 23, 2025	2025 (Q1)	2.80 / 2.80	2.5	12.00% (+0.30)	―
Feb 12, 2025	2024 (Q4)	2.45 / 2.52	2.37	6.33% (+0.15)	―
Oct 23, 2024	2024 (Q3)	2.65 / 2.68	2.25	19.11% (+0.43)	―
Jul 24, 2024	2024 (Q2)	2.53 / 2.56	2.3	11.30% (+0.26)	―
Apr 24, 2024	2024 (Q1)	2.45 / 2.50	2.42	3.31% (+0.08)	―
Feb 14, 2024	2023 (Q4)	2.28 / 2.37	1.92	23.44% (+0.45)	―
Oct 25, 2023	2023 (Q3)	2.22 / 2.25	1.98	13.64% (+0.27)	―
Jul 26, 2023	2023 (Q2)	2.20 / 2.30	1.97	16.75% (+0.33)	―

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CME Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Jul 24, 2025	$276.48	$277.18	+0.25%
Apr 23, 2025	$264.35	$260.29	-1.54%
Feb 12, 2025	$239.45	$246.60	+2.99%
Oct 23, 2024	$217.55	$218.48	+0.43%

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FAQ

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CME Group Inc (CME) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 22, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).

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CME EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is 2.71.

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