ICE and MSCI Announce Launch of U.S. Options on Key Indexes on NYSE Exchanges
The New York Stock Exchange, operated by Intercontinental Exchange, has reached an agreement with MSCI Inc. to list U.S. options for key MSCI indexes starting in early 2026. These options will be available on NYSE Arca and NYSE American options markets, covering indexes like MSCI Emerging Markets, MSCI EAFE, MSCI ACWI, MSCI World, and MSCI USA.
ICE and MSCI have a longstanding partnership focused on innovation and trust, with ICE already offering futures based on MSCI indexes for over 16 years. The addition of MSCI-linked options to the NYSE Exchanges will provide investors with more risk management tools and capital efficiencies across different products.
The collaboration between ICE and MSCI aims to offer integrated solutions to meet the evolving needs of global investors. ICE is a major player in trading futures on MSCI indexes, accounting for over 70% of global MSCI Futures trading volume. In 2025, the average daily volume for ICE’s MSCI derivatives complex was around $19.5 billion.
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE) is a Fortune 500 company that operates digital networks connecting people to financial opportunities. ICE's exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange, provide platforms for investing, raising capital, and managing risk. ICE also offers energy and environmental product trading, fixed income services, data analytics, and mortgage technology solutions.
The partnership between ICE and MSCI to introduce MSCI-linked options on NYSE Exchanges signifies a significant step in providing investors with enhanced risk management tools and integrated solutions. This collaboration reflects a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the global investment community.