CME Group Inc Dossier
Outlook & Key Dates
Estimates, guidance, catalysts, and upcoming events
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5-Yr Fwd EPS Growth
7.4%projected annual EPS growth
Analyst Coverage
15analysts covering
FY Revenue (est.)
$7Bnext fiscal year
FY EPS (est.)
$12.27next fiscal year
Reporting Calendar
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Q3 2026 Earnings Release | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Q4 2026 Earnings Release | 3 Feb 2027 |
Monitoring Framework
Key Performance Indicators
Average Daily Volume (ADV) Monthly29.8MTarget: Sustain or exceed record levels (Q1 2026 reached record 36.2M)
Market Data Revenue Quarterly238MTarget: Continued year-over-year growth (33 consecutive quarters of YoY growth as of Q2 2026)
Adjusted Operating Margin Quarterly69.5%Target: Maintain high-60s to low-70s percentage range
Watch Items
- Google Cloud Migration ExpensesTrigger: Completion timeline pushed past late 2026 or significant cost overrunsAction: Re-evaluate operating expense projections and adjust near-term operating margin targets.
- Institutional Demand for Perpetual FuturesTrigger: Competitors gaining significant market share or clients demanding perpetualsAction: Assess readiness of CME's prepared specifications and initiate launch of perpetual futures products.
- New Product Traction (24/7 Gold, Single Stock Futures, Treasury Link)Trigger: Volume contribution below 1% of total ADV within 6 months of launchAction: Review distribution partner incentives and marketing strategies to drive liquidity.
Research as of 2 Sep 2026