Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE), Inc. (NYSE:ICE) operates global exchanges, clearinghouses, data services and technology platforms. The company provides marketplaces and infrastructure that support the trading, clearing and management of risk across financial and commodity markets.
Its businesses include the New York Stock Exchange, ICE Futures exchanges and ICE Clear clearinghouses. ICE offers trading and clearing services for equities, equity options, interest rates, currencies, energy, agricultural commodities, metals and other contracts. It also provides market data, analytics, connectivity and other technology services to financial institutions, businesses and investors.
Through ICE Mortgage Technology, the company supplies software and digital platforms used in residential mortgage origination, processing and servicing. Its services are used by participants across North America, Europe and other international markets, with the New York Stock Exchange serving as a prominent global venue for listings and equity trading.
Intercontinental Exchange was founded in 2000 by Jeffrey Sprecher, who has served as the company’s chairman and chief executive officer. The company has expanded through the development and acquisition of exchange, clearing, data and mortgage technology businesses.
