Cboe Secures SEC Approval for Extended Trading Hours
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 5 days ago
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Source: seekingalpha
Cboe Global Markets' stock fell 5.16% and hit a 5-day low amid mixed market conditions, with the Nasdaq-100 up slightly. The company received SEC approval to offer extended trading hours for multi-listed equity options starting July 13, which is expected to attract more investors and enhance market liquidity. This proactive strategy includes new trading sessions and a focus on high-demand equities, indicating Cboe's commitment to improving its market position.
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Analyst Views on CBOE
Wall Street analysts forecast CBOE stock price to rise
8 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
5 Hold
1 Sell
Hold
Current: 275.590
Low
240.00
Averages
290.86
High
317.00
Current: 275.590
Low
240.00
Averages
290.86
High
317.00
About CBOE
Cboe Global Markets, Inc. is a derivatives and securities exchange network delivering trading, clearing, and investment solutions. The Company provides trading solutions and products in equities, derivatives, and foreign exchange (FX). Its segments include Options, North American Equities, Europe and Asia Pacific, Futures, and Global FX. The Options segment includes options on market indices, as well as on the stocks of individual corporations and on exchange-traded products (ETPs) such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and exchange-traded notes (ETNs), which are multi-listed options and listed on a non-exclusive basis. The North American Equities segment includes United States equities and ETP transaction services that occur on fully electronic exchanges. The Europe and Asia Pacific segment includes derivatives transaction services, ETPs, including exchange-traded funds, exchange-traded notes, exchange-traded commodities, and international depository receipts.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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