CME Group CAO Jack J. Tobin Receives Restricted Stock Grant and Satisfies Tax Obligations

Executive Summary

On September 17, 2026, CME Group Inc. ($CME) filed a Form 4 detailing equity compensation activity for Jack J. Tobin, Managing Director and Chief Accounting Officer. The filing reported an award of 700 shares of Class A Common Stock granted under the company's Omnibus Stock Plan, accompanied by the surrender of 347 shares to cover tax withholding liabilities associated with vesting restricted stock. Following the transactions, Mr. Tobin beneficially owns 25,762 direct shares.

Transaction Breakdown

• Grant of Restricted Stock (Sept 15, 2026):
  • Shares Granted: 700 Class A Common Stock (Code A)
  • Stated Price: $275.09 per share ($192,563 total nominal value)
  • Vesting Terms: Four equal annual installments, subject to continued service.
• Tax Withholding Dispositions (Code F):
  • Sept 15, 2026: 44 shares at $275.09 ($12,103.96)
  • Sept 15, 2026: 47 shares at $275.09 ($12,929.23)
  • Sept 15, 2026: 205 shares at $275.09 ($56,393.45)
  • Sept 16, 2026: 51 shares at $272.46 ($13,895.46)
  • Total Withheld: 347 shares ($95,322.10 total value)

Net Impact & Significance

• Net Share Increase: +353 shares
• Final Ownership: 25,762 Class A Common shares held directly
• Market Significance: Low. These transactions reflect standard executive equity compensation and automatic tax withholding rather than open-market buying or selling activity.