Financial and Collateral Management
Learn about the diverse set of standard accepted collateral and the network of collateral custodians and settlement banks CME Clearing uses to manage deposits and settlements.
Standard Acceptable Collateral and Resources
Explore the approved collateral types and list of collateral custodians and settlement banks that are part of the network. The collateral acceptability standards disclosed on this website specify the collateral acceptable to CME Clearing from its clearing members. Acceptable performance bond deposits by account holders are subject to CME Rule 930.C. Account holders should confer with clearing members regarding collateral acceptance criteria.
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Collateral requirements and networks
Collateral Types
Acceptable collateral
Explore acceptable collateral types. Please view hard dollar limits for additional information.
Collateral Limits
Hard dollar limits
CME Clearing imposes hard dollar limits on each asset type accepted as collateral.
Collateral Network
Collateral custodians and settlement banks
CME Clearing maintains a network of approved collateral custodians and settlement banks to manage collateral.
Collateral Forms
Fill out any paperwork you need to get going and follow instructions as needed. Please get in touch if you have questions.
Clearing
CME Clearing serves as the neutral counterparty to every futures, option, and OTC trade, ensuring market integrity and reducing risk. Learn about the integral role we play in the global marketplace.
Margin Services
Get insight on the institution-grade tools we use to reduce bilateral counterparty credit risk and free up trading capital, optimizing margin efficiency.
Risk Management
We offer a comprehensive set of sophisticated tools and safeguards to protect customers and clearing firms and maintain market integrity.
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