International derivatives marketplace CME Group today announced it has received approval from the National Futures Association (NFA) to establish a futures commission merchant (FCM).
“We are pleased that the NFA has approved our FCM application,” said Terry Duffy, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, CME Group. “We remain committed to the FCM model and believe in the time-tested risk management benefits it continues to provide. At the same time, as our industry continues to evolve, our FCM will ensure CME Group is in a strong position to quickly adapt to our clients’ changing business needs.”
