CFTC seeks feedback on 24/7 energy futures trading and oil-linked perpetual contracts

On Monday, June 22, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission asked market participants to weigh in on two potential changes to U.S. energy derivatives: 24/7 trading for standard futures and perpetual contracts tied to physical energy commodities such as crude oil. The initiative would test whether a crypto-style always-on market structure can be applied to energy products. The agency is seeking public input on how these shifts could affect trading, operations, and risk management.