CFTC gives exchanges 30 days to drop access limits
TITLE: CFTC ORDERS END TO GEOGRAPHIC ACCESS LIMITS ON EXCHANGES
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a significant directive to American derivatives exchanges, demanding the elimination of domestic geographic barriers within a one-month window. This regulatory interpretation, released on November 5, 2026, requires designated contract markets to either remove these restrictions or provide a formal justification to the agency explaining why compliance is not possible. The deadline for these actions is set for the first week of December.
Mandate for Impartial Access
This move centers on the interpretation of Regulation 38.151(b), which outlines Impartial Access Requirements. According to the Commission, designated contract markets are legally obligated to offer access that is competitive, fair, open, and impartial
Source: forexcrunch.com · 2026-11-08