Group 1 - CME plans to launch a 100-ounce silver futures contract on February 9, 2026, to meet record retail demand [1] - The new contract, coded "SIC" on the Globex electronic trading system, aims to provide a low-cost and accessible entry point for traders [3][4] - The introduction of the SIC contract allows traders to control more resources with less capital, avoiding strict geographical requirements and high borrowing costs [3] Group 2 - Jin Hennig, CME's Managing Director of Metals, stated that the new contract enhances accessibility for retail investors seeking to diversify their investments amid geopolitical uncertainties [4] - The new contract aligns with Robinhood Markets' goal of providing customers with a way to participate in silver trading with less capital [4] - In 2025, driven by retail demand, CME's metal futures trading volume reached a historical high, with micro gold futures averaging 301,000 contracts daily and micro silver futures at 48,000 contracts [4]
芝商所推出100盎司白银期货合约，抢滩散户交易热潮
Feng Huang Wang·2026-01-13 23:00