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CME’s Europe business booms as trading jumps 36%

Traders in region flock to exchange amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East

CME’s Europe business booms as trading jumps 36%
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The Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s Emea business spiked last quarter amid strong demand for commodities trading.

Trading volume in the region was up 36%, driving a 14% revenue growth in commodities for the exchange.

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