Posted 9/12/2023, 4:28:00 PM

CME Group to Launch New Micro Gold and Silver Options Amid Rising Demand for Smaller Precious Metals Products

CME Group plans to launch new options on micro gold and silver futures as demand rises for smaller precious metals products.
CME's micro gold and silver futures have seen strong volume growth over the past decade.
Mini gold ETFs like GLDM have attracted significant inflows as alternatives to full-size products.
Analysts say smaller gold/silver products increase accessibility and efficiency for diverse investors.
Some see potential for further evolution via digitization of physical gold on blockchain-based exchanges.

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