Key facts
- CME Group reported a record average daily volume of 33.2 million contracts in May 2026.
- This represents a 15% increase year over year.
- The exchange achieved a record average daily volume in 2-year U.S. Treasury futures.
- International average daily volume grew 18% to 10.2 million contracts.
CME Group, the world's leading derivatives marketplace, announced a record-breaking May 2026 with an average daily volume (ADV) of 33.2 million contracts, marking a 15% increase compared to the previous year. This surge was driven by several factors, including a new record in trading volume for 2-year U.S. Treasury futures. Additionally, international ADV saw a significant rise of 18%, reaching 10.2 million contracts, indicating growing global participation on the exchange.