CME Group has expanded its cryptocurrency derivatives offerings by launching Spot-Quoted futures contracts for XRP and Solana (SOL).
Below are some detailed insights:
Launch date: Spot-Quoted futures contracts for XRP and SOL were launched by CME Group on Monday, December 15, 2025 (Chicago time, 14 hours prior to the search time).
Expand the portfolio: This is part of the effort to expand CME's cryptocurrency derivatives product portfolio, which previously focused only on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH).
Contract characteristics (Spot-Quoted): Spot-Quoted futures contracts (quoted at spot price) allow investors to trade futures positions based on spot market conditions, with longer expiration periods, eliminating the need for frequent position rolling.
Objective: These contracts are designed with a smaller scale compared to other products in CME's Cryptocurrency portfolio, aiming to provide higher precision and better market access for retail traders.
This move reflects the growing interest of institutions in XRP and Solana, while also providing additional regulated tools for investors to manage risks and speculate on the prices of these two major altcoins.
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