CME Group has launched two multi-asset cryptocurrency benchmarks, including a 10-token index that leaves out Bitcoin and Ether and tracks assets such as BNB, XRP, Solana and Hyperliquid.
Summary
- CME launched two crypto benchmarks, including a 10 token index that excludes Bitcoin and Ethereum.
- The Emerging Crypto Index tracks BNB, XRP, SOL, HYPE, LINK, XLM, SUI, UNI, AVAX and AAVE.
- Both indexes use free float market cap weighting and are reviewed twice a year in June and December.
- Real time index values are calculated every second, while daily settlement versions are published across three regions.
- The benchmarks can be licensed for investment funds and derivatives,…
