Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2024-12-05
CME Group Announces $3 Billion Share Repurchase Program and $2.1 Billion Annual Dividend
On December 5, 2024, CME Group Inc. announced that its board of directors has approved a share repurchase program under which the company is authorized to repurchase up to $3 billion of its outstanding Class A Common Stock. The company also declared a 2024 annual variable dividend of $5.80 per share, totaling approximately $2.1 billion. The dividend is payable on January 16, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 27, 2024. The share repurchase program does not have an expiration date and may be modified, suspended, or terminated at any time. The repurchases will be made based on market conditions and other considerations.
- Filer
- CME Group Inc. CME · NASDAQ
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- 0001193125-24-271111
- CIK
- 0001156375
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- Medium impactFinancial Services
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- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About CME Group Inc.
CME Group Inc. is a leading global marketplace for derivatives and futures trading. It provides a diverse range of products, including futures and options based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural commodities, and metals. CME Group's primary function is to facilitate risk management and price discovery, offering a centralized marketplace where traders can hedge against fluctuations in these various markets. Notable features include its electronic trading platform, CME Globex, enabling seamless access to its services worldwide, and its clearing services, ensuring the integrity and stability of the financial system. CME Group is crucial for market participants who require precise risk management tools, boasting significant influence in sectors like agriculture, energy, and global finance. As one of the largest futures and options exchanges, CME Group plays a pivotal role in the financial market by providing liquidity, transparency, and efficiency in trading activities.
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