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CME GROUP INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 3, 2011)

Filed February 3, 2011For Securities:CME

Summary

CME Group Inc. filed a Form 8-K on February 3, 2011, to report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010. The filing primarily serves as a notification that a press release containing these financial results is being furnished as an exhibit. Investors should refer to the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed information regarding the company's performance during the reported periods. This 8-K does not contain extensive narrative on operational changes or strategic initiatives but directs stakeholders to the accompanying press release for the specific financial figures, earnings per share, revenue breakdowns, and any management commentary on performance drivers. The report indicates that the information provided is not deemed "filed" for certain regulatory purposes, emphasizing the press release as the primary source of financial disclosure for this event.

Key Highlights

  • 1CME Group Inc. announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010.
  • 2The announcement was made via a press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the Form 8-K filing.
  • 3The filing serves as notification of the release of Q4 and FY 2010 financial performance data.
  • 4Specific financial details, revenue, and earnings are contained within the referenced press release, not directly in the 8-K narrative.
  • 5The information presented in the 8-K, related to Item 2.02, is not considered 'filed' for Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
  • 6The report was filed with the SEC on February 3, 2011.
  • 7The principal executive offices are located in Chicago, Illinois.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this Form 8-K filing is to announce and provide access to CME Group Inc.'s financial results for the fourth quarter and the full year ended December 31, 2010. It directs investors to an accompanying press release for the detailed financial information.

The specific financial results, including revenue, earnings, and other details for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2010, are located in the press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing.

According to the filing, the information furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) is not deemed 'filed' for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor is it incorporated by reference into any Securities Act filing unless expressly stated otherwise. Investors should rely on the press release for the official disclosure.

The earliest event reported in this Form 8-K is February 2, 2011, with the report being filed on February 3, 2011.