CME GROUP INC. (CME) Factsheet
CME GROUP INC. (CME) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-24. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin 64.1%. D/E 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 64.1% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.0x | Conservative leverage |
FCF margin 64.1% — Top 5%.
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Profitability: CME GROUP INC. earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A, sector median 20.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | CME | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below sector median of 20.8% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.2% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
Cash Flow: CME GROUP INC. generates $4.3B FCF at 64.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $4.3B. FCF margin 64.1%, Top 5%. OCF/Net income 1.0x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | CME | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 64.1% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $4.3B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.0x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: CME GROUP INC. at 0.0x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | CME | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.0x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
Valuation: CME GROUP INC. trades at 25.0x earnings
P/E 25.0x. EV/Sales -6.7x. FCF yield 4.1%. Dividend yield 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | CME | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 25.0x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | -6.7x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 4.1% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: CME GROUP INC. returns 3.8% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 3.8% (div 3.8%). Capital returned $4.1B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
| Metric | CME | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 3.8% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $4.1B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 64.1% | Top 5% | 2.9x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.2% | Top 25% | 1.4x above |
| P/E Ratio | 25.0x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | CME | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 64.1% | Excellent | Top 5% of sector (median: 22.3%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.0% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 25.0x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.1% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is CME GROUP INC.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
CME GROUP INC. (CME) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of N/A. Sector median 20.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is CME GROUP INC.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
CME GROUP INC. (CME) has a free cash flow margin of 64.1%, generating $4.3 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is CME GROUP INC.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
CME GROUP INC. (CME) trades at a P/E ratio of 25.0x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales -6.7x. FCF yield 4.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: Does CME GROUP INC. pay a dividend?
CME GROUP INC. (CME) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.8%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: What is CME GROUP INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
CME GROUP INC. (CME) grew revenue by 7.5% year-over-year. EPS +17.9% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Q: How does CME GROUP INC. compare to competitors in Financials?
Compared to other companies in Financials, CME GROUP INC. (CME) shows: ROIC N/A, sector median 20.8% (NaNx). FCF margin 64.1%, sector median 22.3% (Top 5%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Financials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with CME GROUP INC.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for CME GROUP INC. (CME) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-24.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-24. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
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