CME Group Inc.
CMECME 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 22 days on December 30, 2025
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 30, 2025 | $1.25 | 2025-12-12 | 2025-12-12 |
| 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 |
Dividends Summary
- CME Group Inc. has issued 104 dividend payments over the past 22 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 74 days ago, on September 25, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $5.80 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $1.20 per share.
Company News
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