At CME Group, we recognize that our world is built on relationships with customers large and small, with investors, with legislators and regulators, and with many other constituents who interface with our markets. The importance of these relationships is fundamental to our beliefs as well as to our performance as a company. This has held true throughout the course of our 160 year history. In 2011, marketplace events tested everyone, yet together we navigated the uncertainty and delivered solid results and accomplishments. We finished the year better positioned to serve the interests of our stakeholders and preserve the integrity of our markets.

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