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CFTC Lets Exchanges Convert Index Futures Into True Perpetual Contracts

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CFTC staff issued temporary no-action relief that lets designated contract markets convert certain broad-based security index futures into perpetual contracts if they meet specified customer-protection, notice and filing conditions. The relief applies to existing qualifying contracts and expires on October 20, 2026.

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The no-action positions expire on Oct. 20, 2026.
CFTC Sets Conditions for Index Futures to Become Perpetual Contracts
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CFTC staff issued temporary no-action relief for designated contract markets on certain broad-based security index futures.
CFTC Lets Exchanges Convert Index Futures Into True Perpetual Contracts
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Under that relief, exchanges can remove expiration dates from qualifying contracts if they meet customer-protection, notice, and filing conditions.
CFTC Lets Exchanges Convert Index Futures Into True Perpetual Contracts

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