Exchange Operators - The Perfect Winners in Turbulent Market Times: Why CME, ICE, Nasdaq, and Others Shine Now!

In a time when global financial markets are characterized by increased volatility, there is one industry benefiting unnoticed: the exchanges themselves. Companies like CME Group, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), Nasdaq, Deutsche Börse, and CBOE Global Markets are experiencing a true boom in their business models, while other sectors are under pressure. The mechanism is simple: When markets fluctuate, trading volumes in stocks, derivatives, and options rise. This increased trading activity directly leads to higher transaction and clearing fees,...