CME Ranks 185th in Daily Trading Volume Amid Crypto Futures Expansion and Resilient Derivatives Market Share

On August 14, 2025, Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) reported a trading volume of $540 million, ranking 185th among stocks traded that day. The exchange’s shares closed 0.28% higher, reflecting modest gains amid mixed market conditions.

Recent developments indicate sustained investor interest in CME’s derivatives platform. A strategic shift toward expanding cryptocurrency futures listings has drawn institutional participation, while regulatory clarity in key markets has reduced operational uncertainties. Analysts note that CME’s market share in interest rate derivatives remains resilient despite increased competition from regional exchanges.

Backtesting of a high-volume trading strategy revealed CME’s performance characteristics. Buying the top 500 stocks by daily trading volume and holding for one day yielded a compound annual growth rate of 6.98% since 2022. The strategy experienced a maximum drawdown of 15.59% during the backtest period, with mid-2023 marking the most significant decline. These results underscore the balance between consistent returns and the inherent risks of volume-driven strategies.