CME Group Plans 24/7 Crypto Futures Trading Starting Early 2026
CME Group plans to offer 24/7 trading for cryptocurrency futures and options, aligning with the nonstop nature of crypto markets.
The service is expected to start in early 2026, pending regulatory approval.
Currently, CME’s crypto trading pauses on weekends and outside business hours. The new model will allow continuous access except during a short weekly maintenance window.
This change aims to meet client demand for constant risk management opportunities.
Trades during holidays and weekends will settle on the next business day, ensuring consistent reporting and clearing operations.
If approved, this move could provide CME an advantage over offshore platforms by offering regulated 24/7 trading.
CME Group is a significant marketplace for U.S. institutional investors, leading in BTC and ETH futures with $16.8 billion and $9.8 billion in notional value, respectively.
