We’re going live from RMC! Catch Henry Schwartz, VP of Market Intelligence, as he breaks down The State of the Options Industry. We hope you'll join us!  x.com/i/broadcasts/1XxygmMqa…

MBA students from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business join us today to ring the closing bell 🔔 This marks the final stop of their Chicago finance immersion at the heart of where markets come to life. Located a couple of hours from Chicago, each @KelleySchool MBA class is made up of about 100 students who represent a diverse range of professional backgrounds.

It’s SpaceX IPO day! Hear about that and more in today’s RUT Report with @AngieMiles. 🔽

RT @TradrETFs: With SpaceX IPO day upon us, bulls and bears should know these Tradr ETF tickers: $SPCM or "Spaceman" for 2X $SPCX $SPCG o…

The Illinois Public Pension Fund Association opened the markets today. 🔔 The Illinois Public Pension Fund Association (IPPFA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1985 that provides education, training, advocacy, and resources for police and fire pension trustees throughout Illinois. The IPPFA also offers a Heroes Family Fund that gives financial support to families of Illinois police and fire members who died or were seriously injured in the line of duty.

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Closed the markets with Monarch Funds. 🔔 @monarchfunds is marking its five-year anniversary with a major milestone: surpassing $1 billion in assets under management as of April 8, 2026. Built out of unique, rules-based strategies, Monarch has grown by helping advisors and investors access disciplined investment solutions for changing market conditions. The bell ringing marks both a celebration of the firm’s growth and a thank you to the investors, advisors, and partners who helped Monarch reach this point.

Register today: bit.ly/4amw3Eg

The Corporate Coalition of Chicago joined us to open the markets. 🔔 The Corporate Coalition of Chicago is an alliance of more than 50 companies committed to reducing economic and racial inequities across the greater Chicago region by changing the way businesses hire, invest, and operate. By acting collectively, our members leverage their resources, capital, and capabilities to build a more thriving region.

Proud to be part of the 18th Japan ETF Conference hosted by @SPDJIndices. A highlight of the event was Kristin Boyd joining industry leaders on the panel “Connected Markets – How Global Exchanges are upgrading efficiency and access." She shared insights on U.S. derivatives trends, the growing role of liquidity, 0DTE dynamics, and our vision for expanding market access.

The Security Traders Association of Chicago & Women in Financial Markets joined us for the closing bell. 🔔 The STAC Women’s Collective is a dedicated community within the @stachicago that brings together women across the financial industry to connect, collaborate and lead with impact. Women in Financial Markets (WIFM) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to connect, elevate, and advance professionals across the global financial market's ecosystem.

SPX Box Spreads represent a significant market, with $929 million in average daily notional volume in 2024. Our latest white paper explores the mechanics, applications, and market microstructure of European-style Box Spreads on the S&P 500 Index. Learn more: bit.ly/4oh2z0e

Mandy Xu comments on recent market and options activity in @Bloomberg: “Friday’s selloff was meaningful in waking up traders to looming risks in the stock market,” Mandy Xu said. “There had been a lack of hedging any downside risks after everyone was chasing the rally. But now we’re seeing a reversal on an index level, which signals investors see the potential for another leg lower in the market.” Read the full article: bloom.bg/4ezyWUJ

Two thirds of all SPX volume is now zero DTE. @Cboe's Henry Schwartz says there is no going back. Now bid ask spreads are a penny in ETFs and a nickel in SPX. Single stock zero DTEs just launched in Tesla, Nvidia, and Apple. Tuesday and Thursday expirations are coming soon.

Ready to learn the basics of options? Join Adjunct Faculty Instructor Sven Hubens Sas he covers calls and puts, along with the potential benefits and risks of incorporating options into your portfolio. Register today: lnkd.in/egb3W8Kn

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is comprised of 30 of the most established, recognizable names in American business. When the Dow moves, it’s a signal about the U.S. economy. Most retail traders know the Dow. But far fewer realize they can actually trade options on the Dow Jones Industrial Average itself — not through an ETF or individual stocks, but through a purpose-built product: Cboe’s DJX Index Options, now with daily expiries (DJXW). Get all the info in our Retail Trader’s Guide to DJX Options: bit.ly/4fzGVST

The options market is moving faster, tools are getting better, and discipline matters more than ever. @tradier's TraderFest brought together traders and industry leaders to discuss exactly that. Cboe’s Henry Schwartz dove deep on the current state of the options industry in Behind the Numbers: The Options Market Today, while JJ Kinahan joined industry leaders to discuss innovation in retail trading products. Watch Henry’s presentation and read the full conference recap👉 bit.ly/4euY1jE

In today’s Macro Volatility Digest: 🔹Equity volatility led the increase, with the VIX® Index up over 6 pts wk/wk to 21.5%, rising from the 14th percentile low to the 86th percentile high. 🔹Implied correlation jumped higher, with the COR1M Index more than doubling to 15% - albeit still trading at historically low levels. 🔹SPX 1M skew surged from a 1-year low to the 72nd percentile high. Get a sneak peek below, and download the full report: bit.ly/43mK8hi

What AI stock is surging from small cap to mega cap? Find out in today’s RUT Report with @AngieMiles ⬇️

Recently, our Cboe V.E.T.S. and Cboe Women’s Initiative (CWI) came together to support Friends of the Troops, assembling care packages for service members and veterans. From handwritten notes to essential supplies, every box was a small way to say thank you to those who serve our country.

Welcomed Franklin Templeton to the floor to ring the opening bell. 🔔 As a forward-thinking asset manager, @FTI_US leverages deep investment management expertise and industry insights from around the world to unlock opportunities to help our clients grow wealth. They aim to be your trusted partner for what’s ahead.