To increase liquidity and expand the international market for our customers, CME Group has established a partnership with BM&F Bovespa, the leading exchange in Latin America. Beginning in September 2008, BM&F Bovespa products will be connected to the CME Globex electronic trading platform. In addition, in October 2008, CME Group products will be connected to the BM&F Bovespa Global Trading System (GTS).

Located in Brazil, BM&F Bovespa has the largest stock and derivatives markets in Latin America and possesses a totally integrated business model, with four clearing houses as well as a full service central securities depository.

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