SEC Greenlights CME as National Securities Exchange for Futures
Published Date: 5/4/2026
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Summary
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) officially told the SEC it’s now registered as a national securities exchange for trading security futures products. This means CME can trade these special financial products under SEC rules starting April 10, 2026, with no extra fees or delays. Investors and traders using CME’s security futures markets can expect smooth, official operations from now on.
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CME Registered to Trade Security Futures
On April 10, 2026, Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. filed Form 1‑N and its registration as a national securities exchange for trading security futures products became effective the same day under Section 6(g) of the Exchange Act. If you trade or invest in security futures on CME, those markets now operate under SEC exchange registration rules starting April 10, 2026.
CME Form 1‑N Made Public Online
The SEC acknowledges receipt of CME's Form 1‑N and states that copies of the Form 1‑N, including all exhibits, are available on the Commission's website (https://www.sec.gov/rules-regulations/commission-orders-notices/other-commission-orders-notices-information). You can view CME's registration materials online through the SEC site.
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