On Oct. 2, 2025, CME Group announced that its cryptocurrency futures and options will be available to trade 24 hours a day, seven days a week beginning in early 2026, pending regulatory review. The announcement was made today and outlines a new operational milestone for the exchange.
CME Group’s plan includes continuous trading on the CME Globex platform with at least a two‑hour weekly maintenance period over the weekend. Holiday or weekend trading from Friday evening through Sunday evening will have a trade date of the following business day, with clearing, settlement and regulatory reporting processed the following business day as well.
The move follows record volumes in CME’s cryptocurrency products during 2025 and responds to growing client demand for around‑the‑clock exposure. By keeping its regulated cryptocurrency markets always on, CME Group aims to increase liquidity, attract new participants, and generate additional revenue from higher trading activity.
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