CME Plans to Launch 100-Ounce Silver Futures Contract on February 9

Odaily News: CME announced on Tuesday that it plans to launch a 100-ounce silver futures contract on February 9, 2026, pending regulatory approval. Jin Hennig, Managing Director and Global Head of Metals at CME, stated: "Against a backdrop of rising geopolitical uncertainty and accelerating energy transition, silver is increasingly favored by retail traders seeking to diversify their portfolios across a broader range of metals. The launch of the 100-ounce silver futures contract will enhance market accessibility, allowing more traders to benefit from the liquidity and efficiency provided by our futures market." JB Mackenzie, Vice President and General Manager of Futures and International Business at Robinhood Markets, noted: "This new futures contract launched by CME offers customers a way to participate in silver trading with a lower capital requirement, providing traders with greater flexibility." (Jin10)