, the $56bn futures exchange operator based in Chicago, is weighing up a takeover offer for 

, the trading and fintech business founded by City grandee Michael Spencer.

CME said in a statement on Friday afternoon that it is working with NEX to allow the exchange to "complete due diligence and determine whether a firm offer can be made".

Michael Spencer’s NEX confirms takeover interest from CME

The potential acquisition target said talks are

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Citigroup

JPMorgan

Credit Suisse

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Former Goldman Sachs MD Amar Kuchinad joins crypto firm Copper as CEO

Dmitry Tokarev has stepped back from his role as chief executive after seven years

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