Cboe to Launch Perpetual-Style Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures in December
- Cboe Global Markets plans to introduce Continuous Futures for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) on December 15.
- These contracts will feature a unique structure with a ten-year expiration and daily cash adjustments.
- The products aim to provide U.S. investors with perpetual-like exposure typically available offshore.
- Cboe’s Continuous Futures will utilize real-time rates from crypto data firm Kaiko for pricing.
The introduction of Cboe’s Continuous Futures addresses the demand for efficient long-term crypto exposure among institutional investors. By eliminating operational friction associated with rolling positions, these products enhance portfolio management while ensuring regulatory oversight in the U.S. market.
With the launch of these futures contracts, Cboe aims to streamline trading strategies for digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, offering a controlled way for investors to gain leveraged exposure. (Source)
