Artisan Partners Boosts Holdings in CME Group

Asset management firm increases stake in financial services provider by 1.7% in Q3

Feb. 28, 2026 at 9:23am

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Artisan Partners Limited Partnership, an investment management firm, increased its holdings in shares of CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:CME) by 1.7% during the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The fund now owns 336,572 shares of the financial services provider's stock, valued at approximately $90.94 million.

Why it matters

CME Group operates some of the world's largest and most liquid derivatives exchanges, including the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT), and the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX). As a major player in the global financial markets, changes in CME Group's shareholder composition can provide insights into investor sentiment and market trends.

The details

According to the filing, Artisan Partners Limited Partnership bought an additional 5,588 shares of CME Group during the third quarter, bringing its total stake to 336,572 shares. This represents about 0.09% of CME Group's outstanding shares. The asset management firm cited the financial services provider's strong market position and growth potential as reasons for increasing its investment.

  • Artisan Partners Limited Partnership disclosed its increased holdings in CME Group in a 13F filing for the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Artisan Partners Limited Partnership

An investment management firm that oversees approximately $90.94 million in CME Group shares.

CME Group Inc.

A global markets company that operates some of the world's largest and most liquid derivatives exchanges.

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The takeaway

Artisan Partners' increased stake in CME Group reflects the asset manager's confidence in the financial services provider's long-term growth prospects. As a major player in the global derivatives market, changes in CME Group's shareholder composition can provide insights into broader investment trends and market sentiment.