Financial Derivatives

European Style Cash Settled Options

Introducing MEFF’s European-Style Cash-Settled Options

Since March 3, 2025, MEFF has become the first market to introduce European-style cash-settled options. This standard stock option combines standardization, efficiency, and accessibility, setting a new benchmark in the European financial landscape.

Designed to address the needs of its investors, these options offer an unprecedented opportunity to trade major Spanish equities with greater flexibility and reduced capital requirements.

Why European-Style Cash-Settled Options?

Initially available on Banco Santander, Banco Sabadell, BBVA, Endesa, Iberdrola, Inditex, Repsol and Telefónica, these options eliminate the need for physical share ownership at expiration and remove early exercise risks, making them a powerful tool for traders and investors.

Key Benefits

  • First-of-its-Kind Standardized Contract in Europe.
  • No Early Exercise – Allows for strategic precision without unexpected early exercises.
  • Cash Settlement – Optimizes portfolio management and reduces capital requirements.
  • Seamless Market Access – Available on MEFF’s order book and through pre-arranged trades.

Innovation in the European Derivatives Market

MEFF is pioneering Europe’s first standardized cash-settled equity options, redefining market efficiency and accessibility. By eliminating early exercise risks and reducing capital requirements, these options enhance liquidity, transparency, and strategic flexibility for investors. This innovation cements MEFF’s position as a leader in financial markets, driving the evolution of equity derivatives in Europe.

Be Part of This Market Evolution

Whether you’re an institutional investor seeking strategic advantages or a retail investor looking for a cost-effective trading solution, this is your opportunity to leverage this financial innovation. Get in touch with our experts.

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