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According to official announcements, the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is soliciting public opinions on the development of two energy derivatives markets: one is to extend standard futures contracts to 24/7 trading, and the other is to list perpetual contracts based on physical delivery or storable energy commodities. CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig stated that this move aims to collect data-driven records to understand the impact of development, while supporting responsible innovation and safeguarding the market from manipulation and interference. The solicitation of opinions is divided into two parts: 24/7 trading of standard futures contracts and perpetual contracts for physically delivered energy commodities. Opinions must be submitted within 30 days after publication in the Federal Register.