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CME Group Inc. (CME) Stock

CME Group Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

CME Group Inc. (CME), a prominent company in the finance sector within the security & commodity brokers, dealers, exchanges & services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $279.55. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $184.91 and $289.46. This places the current price at 96.6% of its 52-week high and 51.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 1,834,735. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US12572Q1058.

Market Cap

$99.32B

52-Week High

$289.46

-3.42% from high

52-Week Low

$184.91

+51.18% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,834,735

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

27.70

Above market average

Forward P/E

24.94

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

8.36

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.66

EV/EBITDA

19.52

EPS (TTM)

$9.95

Price to Sales

15.83

Beta

0.48

Less volatile than market

How is CME valued relative to its earnings and growth?
CME Group Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 27.70, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 24.94 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 8.36 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is CME's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.48, CME Group Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 3.66 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

57.80%

Operating Margin

67.60%

Return on Equity

13.40%

Return on Assets

1.76%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

10.40%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

11.50%

How profitable and efficient is CME's business model?
CME Group Inc. achieves a profit margin of 57.80%, meaning it retains $57.80 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 67.60% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 13.40% and ROA at 1.76%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are CME's recent growth trends?
CME Group Inc.'s revenue grew by 10.40% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 11.50% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SECURITY & COMMODITY BROKERS, DEALERS, EXCHANGES & SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$4.70

Dividend Yield

1.82%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/9/2025

Dividend Date

6/25/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from CME?
CME Group Inc. offers a dividend yield of 1.82%, paying $4.70 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/9/2025.
How reliable is CME's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - CME Group Inc. pays $4.70 per share in dividends against earnings of $9.95 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 47.24%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/25/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

360.36M

Book Value/Share

$75.16

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is CME's market capitalization and position?
CME Group Inc. has a market capitalization of $99.32B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 360.36M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the SECURITY & COMMODITY BROKERS, DEALERS, EXCHANGES & SERVICES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does CME's price compare to its book value?
CME Group Inc.'s book value per share is $75.16, while the current stock price is $279.55, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 3.72. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$271.59

2.85% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

4

Hold

7

Sell

0

Strong Sell

4

How reliable are analyst predictions for CME?
18 analysts cover CME with 39% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $271.59 implies -2.8% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on CME?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 4 Buy, 7 Hold, 04 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:17 AM

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