CME Pauses Globex Futures Trading Over Technical Glitch
CME halts Globex futures and options trading due to technical issues, causing a temporary market disruption.
- CME Group paused Globex futures and options trading
- The halt was due to unexpected technical problems
- Trading is expected to resume once systems stabilize
The CME Group, one of the largest derivatives marketplaces in the world, announced an unexpected halt in trading on its Globex platform due to technical difficulties. The issue, which surfaced on November 28, 2025, affected both futures and options markets, leaving traders temporarily in the dark.
The disruption raised concerns among market participants as CME Globex handles a massive volume of contracts daily, including key commodities like oil, gold, and financial instruments such as interest rate futures.
While such incidents are rare, they can lead to volatility as traders rush to reposition when trading resumes. The CME has not disclosed the exact nature of the technical issue, but engineers are reportedly working to restore the system as quickly as possible.
What is CME Globex and Why It Matters
Globex is CME Group’s electronic trading platform and serves as a central hub for global futures and options markets. It operates nearly 24/7 and plays a critical role in global financial infrastructure.
When a disruption occurs, even for a short period, it can ripple across various asset classes and impact global trading desks. Many institutional investors and hedge funds rely on CME’s Globex platform for real-time execution and risk management.
CME has protocols in place for such situations, including communication procedures and backup systems. However, until the platform is fully restored, uncertainty remains in the markets.
CME Responds and Market Awaits Reopening
In a brief statement, CME Group acknowledged the technical difficulties and assured stakeholders that the issue is being addressed. While no timeline was given, market participants are hopeful for a swift resolution.
Traders and analysts are now watching closely to assess any potential fallout once the platform goes back online. In the meantime, risk management and contingency planning are top priorities for institutions affected by the outage.
