CME Group Inc. (CME)
CME Group Inc. (CME) is a leading global derivatives marketplace that offers a wide range of exchange-traded futures and options products across various asset classes, including agriculture, energy, metals, equity indexes, and interest rates. Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, CME operates one of the largest and most diverse derivatives exchanges in the world, providing essential risk management and trading solutions for participants in financial markets globally.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $1.25 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 5 days on September 25, 2025
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2025 | $1.25 | 2025-09-09 | 2025-09-09 |
| June 25, 2025 | $1.25 | 2025-06-09 | 2025-06-09 |
| March 26, 2025 | $1.25 | 2025-03-07 | 2025-03-07 |
| January 16, 2025 | $5.80 | 2024-12-27 | 2024-12-27 |
| December 27, 2024 | $1.15 | 2024-12-09 | 2024-12-09 |
Dividends Summary
- CME Group Inc. has issued 103 dividend payments over the past 22 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 87 days ago, on June 25, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $5.8 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $1.20 per share.
Company News
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