CME Group (CME) has pushed further into digital assets by launching Bitcoin Volatility Index futures and switching its cryptocurrency futures and options to 24/7 trading, after recording active first trades and measurable contract volumes.

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The recent crypto product launches come as CME’s share price has rebounded in the very short term, with a 1-day share price return of 3.07% and a 7-day share price return of 4.42%. However, the 90-day share price return is down 15.23% and the 1-year total shareholder return is 1.64%, suggesting that shorter term momentum has picked up while longer term returns have been steadier.

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