Equity Index Options on Futures
View All Equity OptionsCME Equity Index Options on Futures offer around-the-clock liquidity, market depth, and extensive product choice on the world's benchmark indices to suit a variety of trading strategies. Capitalize on potential margin offsets on futures and options strategies, advanced on-screen spreading capabilities, and the certainty of central clearing.
| Globex | Floor | Product Name | Exchange | Volume | Open Interest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ES | - | E-mini S&P 500 Options | CME | 67,375 | 1,372,020 |
| EW | - | E-mini S&P 500 EOM Options | CME | 241,632 | 500,195 |
| EW1 | - | E-mini S&P 500 Weekly Options - Week 1 | CME | 97,283 | 251,637 |
| EW2 | - | E-mini S&P 500 Weekly Options - Week 2 | CME | 37,652 | 116,699 |
| MES | - | Micro E-mini S&P 500 Index Futures | CME | 748,398 | 95,438 |
| MNQ | - | Micro E-mini Nasdaq-100 Index Futures | CME | 822,158 | 76,411 |
| NQ | - | E-mini Nasdaq-100 Options | CME | 4,418 | 72,115 |
| EW4 | - | E-mini S&P 500 Weekly Options - Week 4 | CME | 8,461 | 66,469 |
| SP | CS / PS | S&P 500 Options | CME | 0 | 14,700 |
| OYM | - | E-mini Dow ($5) Options | CBOT | 11 | 582 |
Note: Volume and Open Interest data is from the previous trade date. Preliminary data updates at approximately 9:00 p.m. CT and the final update is at 10:00 a.m. CT next business day.
Resources
FAQ: S&P 500 Quarterly PM Options
BTIC and Block Liquidity Providers
A Cost Comparison of S&P 500-related Options
Read our latest report comparing ES and SPX options across key factors such as liquidity and transaction cost.
- On September 17th, 2021*, CME Group will delist its standard-size futures and options on futures contracts on the S&P 500 Index, following the close of trading at 5 p.m. ET. After the delisting of the standard-size contracts, the E-mini suite of futures and options on the S&P 500 Index will continue to meet the trading and risk management needs of customers.
- Now live: More maturities and new enhancements to E-mini S&P futures and options
- Block trading of E-mini S&P 500 options is now available, subject to a minimum block quantity of 250. Learn more.
- Additional Quarterly E-mini S&P 500 futures contracts have been listed.
- 13 consecutive months of third Friday E-mini S&P 500 options coverage via the expanded Week 3 (EW3) and Quarterly (ES) options
- Maturities across the nine nearest Quarterly (ES) expirations with additional December expiries available for years three through five allow for easier management of longer-dated risk.
- Simplified listing rules enable 100-point increment strikes for maturities up to five years.
- On June 28, 2021*, E-mini S&P 500 Quarterly PM options (European-style) will be available for trading. Read the FAQ to learn more.
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Read the Special Executive Report (SER)
*Subject to regulatory review
E-mini Nasdaq-100 Monday and Wednesday Weekly options (European-style) are designed to provide greater precision and flexibility in helping you manage short-term risk on the Nasdaq-100 Index. The new contract is an expansion of our suite of standard quarterly, end-of-month, and Friday weekly options.
More on E-mini Nasdaq-100 Monday and Wednesday Weekly options
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*Pending all relevant CFTC regulatory review periods, please consult the latest Market Regulation Advisory Notice (MRAN) for the most up-to-date information on block trades and the SER for the latest product details.
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