CBOE Futures Rule Filings

CFE Amends Lead Market Maker Program for Cboe Ether Continuous Futures

Cboe Futures Exchange submitted rule amendment CFE-2026-008 to amend the Lead Market Maker (LMM) Program for Cboe Ether Continuous (PET) futures. The amendment modifies market performance benchmarks including minimum two-sided quote size and maximum quote width parameters applicable during U.S. and non-U.S. trading hours. CFE may appoint up to five LMMs under the program, which expires September 30, 2026 unless extended.

CFE Amends MGTN Lead Market Maker Program

Cboe Futures Exchange submitted a rule amendment to the CFTC to modify the Lead Market Maker Program for Cboe Magnificent 10 Index (MGTN) futures. The amendment establishes market performance benchmarks including minimum two-sided quote size and maximum quote width requirements applicable during regular and extended trading hours. The amended program expires on September 30, 2026 unless extended by the Exchange.

ECRP and Block Trade Recordkeeping Requirements Amendment

Cboe Futures Exchange submitted rule certification CFE-2026-010 to clarify and simplify recordkeeping requirements for Exchange of Contract for Related Position (ECRP) transactions and Block Trades. The amendment modifies CFE Rules 403, 414, and 415 to streamline order ticket documentation requirements for Trading Privilege Holders acting as agents. The rule becomes effective March 16, 2026.

ERCP Block Trade Order Recordkeeping Requirements

Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) proposes amendments to its recordkeeping requirements under CFE Rule 403(h) applicable to Exchange of Contract for Related Position (ERCP) transactions and Block Trades. The proposed changes would affect Trading Privilege Holders and their Authorized Traders regarding orders that cannot be immediately entered into CFE's trading system. CFE filed this proposed rule change with both the SEC and CFTC on March 2, 2026, and the SEC is soliciting public comments.

Amends Credit Futures Position Limits for CB Index Futures and Options

Cboe Futures Exchange (CFE) submitted rule amendment CFE-2026-011 to the CFTC revising position limit levels for credit futures and options products. The amendment affects CB Index Futures (IBHY and IBIG) and related CB Options. CFE Rule 1502(d) establishes position limits that aggregate futures and delta-adjusted options positions. The amendment will take effect on an implementation date announced by the Exchange following CFTC review.