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Cme Group Inc (CME)

2K + Investors. Track Smart Money conviction in CME. See who's accumulating, reducing, or initiating positions.

Current Price
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0.00%
Net Flow Q/Q
↑ +74
Streak
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Buyers last Q
55%

Smart Money Signals — CME

Based on 1792 hedge funds · latest filing: 2026 Q1 · updated quarterly

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Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row

last 6Q
For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added CME than sold it. That's a consistent pattern of professional buying — not a one-time trade. When institutions keep buying quarter after quarter, it usually means they see a multi-year opportunity, not just a short-term momentum flip.
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At the ownership peak (100% of max)

100% of all-time peak
1,792 hedge funds hold CME right now — the highest count in 3.0 years. When ownership is this concentrated, any bad news can trigger a chain reaction: one big fund sells, others follow. This is a classic 'crowded trade' — high popularity doesn't equal safety.
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Steady growth — +15% more funds vs a year ago

fund count last 6Q
+228 new funds entered over the past year (+15% YoY). Gradual, steady growth in institutional ownership is generally a healthy signal — not a speculative rush, but consistent conviction.
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Slight buying edge — 55% buying

941 buying772 selling
Last quarter: 941 funds bought or added vs 772 that reduced or exited. It's nearly a 50/50 split — some institutions are convinced, others are taking profits. This mixed picture is normal near price highs.
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Fewer new buyers each quarter (-11 vs last Q)

new funds entering per quarter
Funds opening this position for the first time: 186 → 140 → 219 → 208. Each quarter fewer new institutions are entering. This usually means most funds that wanted in are already in — the stock is well-known but the pool of potential new buyers is shrinking.
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62% of holders stayed for 2+ years

■ 62% conviction (2yr+) ■ 20% medium ■ 18% new
1,111 out of 1,792 hedge funds have held CME for over 2 years without selling. Long-term investors are generally harder to shake out during market stress, creating a stable ownership base that limits the risk of sudden capitulation.
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Growing discovery — still being found

222 → 186 → 140 → 219 → 208 new funds/Q
New funds entering each quarter: 186 → 140 → 219 → 208. A growing number of institutions are discovering CME each quarter. The narrative is still spreading — leaving room for ongoing capital accumulation.
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Veteran-anchored — 65% veterans vs 24% newcomers

■ 65% veterans ■ 11% 1-2yr ■ 24% new
Entry-cohort mix of 1,845 holders: 1,204 (65%) are 2+ year veterans, 201 entered 1–2 years ago, and 440 (24%) joined within the past year. A veteran-weighted cap table skews toward institutional memory over fresh momentum.
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Elite ownership — 44% AUM from top-100 funds

44% from top-100 AUM funds
70 of 1786 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 44% of total institutional value in CME. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.
3.6
out of 10
Low Exit Risk
Exit risk score 3.6/10 — low institutional crowding. Ownership is below peak levels, holder base is relatively sticky, and buying momentum is positive.

Methodology note: these Smart Money cards use consecutive 13F disclosure snapshots, not trade-by-trade execution data. "Buying", "selling", "new holders", and "trimmed" refer to quarter-over-quarter changes in reported holders, aggregate shares, or disclosed position values between filings. They are useful for ownership regime analysis and crowding, but they do not imply exact trade timing on the filing date.

Institutional Sentiment Summary — CME

In 2026 Q1, 941 hedge funds were net buyers of CME (208 opened a new position, 733 added to an existing one), while 772 reduced or exited (638 trimmed, 134 sold completely) — a 55% buyer ratio, indicating a slight buying edge. Net buying has persisted for two consecutive quarters, a positive momentum signal. 44% of total institutional value in CME is held by top-100 AUM funds, reflecting elite-tier ownership quality. Net fund flow last quarter: +74 funds (more new holders than closures). Total institutional holders: 1792.

Hedge Fund Ownership: CME

How many hedge funds hold CME — quarterly history vs. share price
Quarterly hedge fund ownership of CME vs. share price

Market Analysis: CME

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Institutional ownership data sourced from SEC EDGAR Form 13F-HR filings.

Is It Too Late to Buy Cme Group Inc (CME) Based on Hedge Fund 13F Filings?

Signal Freshness measures how much CME has moved relative to its sector benchmark (XLF) since the 2026 Q1 13F filing. A stock that has barely outrun its sector is still a relatively fresh entry point — the fund's thesis has not yet been priced in by the broader market.

Since Quarter End March 31, 2026 · 78d ago
CME
-11.4%
XLF
+1220.3%

CME outperformed XLF by -1231.7% since March 31, 2026.

Since 13F Filing Date May 15, 2026 · 33d ago
CME
-12.0%
XLF
+4.8%

Since the filing became public, CME outperformed XLF by -16.8% .

Interpretation: The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference. Learn more →

Smart Money Signal ?
Broad Consensus, Selective Conviction

Many quality funds hold this stock, but top-tier positions remain relatively small.

88 top-rated funds 29 high-conviction
Consensus
8.5
/ 10
breadth
×
Elite
5.4
/ 10
conviction
Hedge Fund Positioning: CME
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Metric All 13F Filers (2026 Q1) Prior (2025 Q4) Change
Funds Holding 1771 1718 3.08%
13F Shares 313M 330M -4.9%
Total Value $88.94B $86.86B 2.4%
New Positions 203 219 -16
Increased Positions 713 695 +18
Closed Positions 150 127 +23
Reduced Positions 618 586 +32
Total Calls 28 27 3.7%
Total Puts 31 28 10.71%
PUT/CALL Ratio 1.11 1.04 Neutral

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Institutional Holders (2026 Q1)

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Top 25 CME holders by conviction (% of portfolio weight) — 2026 Q1 · Source: SEC Form 13F
# Investor % of Portfolio Shares Mkt Value
1 Bp plc 100.00% 60,000 $17.7M
2 Vitol Holding B.V. 100.00% 40,000 $11.9M
3 Alphabet Inc. 25.63% 3,484,020 $1.03B
4 GUARDCAP ASSET MANAGEMENT Ltd 15.59% 925,624 $272.3M
5 Prevatt Capital Ltd 12.89% 162,000 $47.8M
6 Capital Counsel LLC/Ny 10.02% 797,692 $235.6M
7 Mizuho Bank, Ltd. 8.19% 102,518 $30.3M
8 IRON Financial LLC 7.53% 58,308 $17.2M
9 Emmett Investment Management, LP 7.43% 32,731 $9.7M
10 Patrick Mauro Investment Advisor, INC. 7.07% 47,613 $14.1M
11 Mirabaud Asset Management Ltd 6.94% 28,292 $8.4M
12 Cincinnati Financial Corp 5.96% 1,002,000 $295.9M
13 Cooper Investors Pty Ltd 5.60% 46,552 $13.7M
14 Brentview Investment Management LLC 5.46% 42,735 $12.6M
15 PineStone Asset Management Inc. 5.39% 2,594,611 $766.3M
16 America First Investment Advisors, LLC 5.24% 95,104 $28.1M
17 Hamlin Capital Management, LLC 5.15% 721,953 $213.2M
18 Eurizon SLJ Capital Ltd 4.99% 35,279 $10.5M
19 London & Capital Asset Management Ltd 4.70% 1,460,242 $431.2M
20 Stenham Asset Management (UK) Plc 4.67% 15,350 $4.2M
21 CORDA Investment Management, LLC. 4.32% 211,456 $62.5M
22 Longview Partners (Guernsey) LTD 4.26% 1,016,950 $300.4M
23 Guinness Asset Management LTD 4.07% 801,170 $236.0M
24 Egerton Capital (UK) LLP 3.88% 1,182,907 $349.4M
25 Fort Sheridan Advisors LLC 3.86% 108,202 $32.0M
Investor Ownership
History 		% of Portfolio Prev % Rank Conviction Avg Buy Price 13F Score™ 3Y / 7Y Sell Timing Shares Mkt Value Change Change % Source Quarter Filed

Frequently Asked Questions — Cme Group Inc (CME)

What does the Smart Money Trend signal show for CME?

Buying streak — 2 quarters in a row: For 2 consecutive quarters, more hedge funds added CME than sold it. That's a consistent pattern of professional buying — not a one-time trade. When institutions keep buying quarter after quarter, it usually means they see a multi-year opportunity, not just a short-term momentum flip.

What is the institutional breadth score for CME?

Slight buying edge — 55% buying: Last quarter: 941 funds bought or added vs 772 that reduced or exited. It's nearly a 50/50 split — some institutions are convinced, others are taking profits. This mixed picture is normal near price highs.

What is the fund quality score for CME holders?

Elite ownership — 44% AUM from top-100 funds: 70 of 1786 holders are among the 100 largest funds by AUM, controlling 44% of total institutional value in CME. When the biggest players dominate the cap table, it signifies deep institutional support — since mega-funds deploy the most rigorous due diligence and capital.

How long have hedge funds held CME?

62% of holders stayed for 2+ years: 1,111 out of 1,792 hedge funds have held CME for over 2 years without selling. Long-term investors are generally harder to shake out during market stress, creating a stable ownership base that limits the risk of sudden capitulation.

Is it too late to buy Cme Group Inc (CME) following the 2026 Q1 hedge fund 13F filings?

As of today, CME has moved -12.0% since the 2026 Q1 13F filing date (May 15, 2026), compared to +4.8% for the XLF sector ETF — an outperformance of -16.8%. Since the quarter end (March 31, 2026), CME has gained -11.4% vs +1220.3% for XLF. The stock is tracking its sector benchmark closely. The signal remains fresh and the entry point is still near the fund's implied reference.

Where does this institutional ownership data come from?

All holdings data is sourced from SEC Form 13F filings, which institutional investment managers with over $100 million in assets are required to submit quarterly. Data is parsed directly from SEC EDGAR.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Institutional holdings data is sourced from SEC Form 13F filings and reflects positions as of the filing date. Past performance of any fund or portfolio is not indicative of future results. 13Foresight is not a registered investment adviser. Always conduct your own due diligence before making investment decisions.

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