CME Group reported a record high in U.S. Treasury open interest, reaching 36.3 million contracts, driven by increased demand from investors seeking to hedge against yield fluctuations and shifts in Federal Reserve policy. This surge reflects the importance of futures as essential tools for managing duration risk in portfolios, with diverse market participants, including asset managers and banks, contributing to this elevated open interest in short-term Treasury contracts.
CME Group U.S. Treasury open interest hits record 36.3M contracts
