CME GROUP INC. — Form 8-K
Filed July 22, 2026 · analyzed by the 8-K Agent
8-K
▲ Likely positive
significance 28/100
What the filing says
CME Group reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.7B and adjusted operating income of $1.2B. Market data revenue hit record $238M (+20% YoY). ADV reached 29.8M contracts (third-highest quarterly ever). The company returned $1.16B to shareholders via $468M dividends and $695M share buybacks. Management cited H1 2026 as 'strongest in company history' with record adjusted net income of $1.1B and adjusted diluted EPS of $2.99.
Why this rating
Strong quarterly results with record market data growth, but core clearing fees declined slightly YoY. Returns to shareholders ($1.16B) significant operationally but modest vs $98.9B market cap. Routine quarterly earnings disclosure; no M&A, guidance shifts, or material operational changes.
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