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We clear millions of financial contracts a day, which means we have a key role in the world's largest economy. OCC is the buyer to every seller and the seller to every buyer in the U.S. listed-options markets - in fact, we are the only company that clears and settles every listed-options trade in the country.

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OCC Named to Built In’s Best Places to Work Lists for Fifth Consecutive Year

Jan. 07, 2026

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is proud to announce its inclusion on Built In’s 2026 Best Places to Work lists, marking five years of continuous recognition. This honor reflects OCC’s ongoing commitment to cultivating a workplace where employees thrive, both in Chicago... Read more

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Jan. 05, 2026

OCC Annual 2025 and December 2025 Volume

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Dec. 22, 2025

OCC Congratulates Mike Selig on Confirmation as CFTC Chairman

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Dec. 17, 2025

OCC Welcomes State Street as First Bank Clearing Member