Wall Street Now Charging Traders for Knowing What Time It Is
Published Date: 6/12/2026
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Summary
Cboe C2 Exchange is rolling out a new Clock Service and setting fees for it starting now. Traders and firms using this service will see new charges, helping the exchange cover costs and keep things running smoothly. The changes take effect immediately, so users should get ready to budget for these new fees.
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Cboe C2 Clock Service Fees
If you trade on Cboe C2 or your firm uses its new Clock Service, the exchange has adopted new fees for that service. The fees take effect immediately, so traders and firms should budget for these new charges. The exchange says the fees will help cover costs and keep the service running.
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