Federal Register #CFTC-2026-1388

CFTC Request for Comment on 24/7 Trading and Perpetual Energy Commodity Contracts

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public comment on potential regulatory changes for energy derivatives markets. - Government Buyer: - Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is a regulatory request for information, not a procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured. - The CFTC requests feedback on: - Extending standard futures contracts to 24/7 trading (without changing expiration, delivery, or settlement terms) - Listing perpetual contracts referencing physically delivered or storable energy commodities (e.g., crude oil) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Input is sought on implications for: - Reference price reliability - Market surveillance - Operational readiness - Federal speculative position limits - Margin, clearing, and settlement - Customer protection - Effects on physical energy markets - This is a public comment opportunity, not a solicitation for goods or services.

Description

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is requesting public comment on two related matters: the extension of standard futures contracts to 24/7 trading without changing fixed expiration, delivery, or settlement terms; and the listing of perpetual contracts referencing physically delivered or storable energy commodities such as crude oil. The CFTC seeks feedback on implications for reference price reliability, market surveillance, operational readiness, federal speculative position limits, margin, clearing, settlement, customer protection, and effects on physical markets. Comments must be received on or before July 27, 2026.

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