Description
BSE announces contract launch calendar for WTI Crude Oil Futures in commodity derivatives segment from January 2026 to December 2026.
Summary
BSE has announced the contract launch calendar for WTI Crude Oil Futures contracts in the commodity derivatives segment. The exchange will launch monthly contracts from January 2026 to December 2026, with specific launch dates ranging from August 2025 to July 2026.
Key Points
- Contract launches begin August 20, 2025 for January 2026 contract
- Monthly contracts available from January 2026 through December 2026
- Each contract has predetermined launch and expiry dates
- Follows previous exchange notice 20250520-68 dated May 20, 2025
- Trading members notified of the schedule
Regulatory Changes
No regulatory changes mentioned - this is a schedule announcement for existing WTI Crude Oil Futures product.
Compliance Requirements
Trading members are requested to note the contract launch calendar for operational planning.
Important Dates
Contract Launch Schedule:
- January 2026: Launch Aug 20, 2025 | Expiry Jan 16, 2026
- February 2026: Launch Sep 22, 2025 | Expiry Feb 19, 2026
- March 2026: Launch Oct 22, 2025 | Expiry Mar 19, 2026
- April 2026: Launch Nov 20, 2025 | Expiry Apr 20, 2026
- May 2026: Launch Dec 19, 2025 | Expiry May 18, 2026
- June 2026: Launch Jan 19, 2026 | Expiry Jun 18, 2026
- July 2026: Launch Feb 20, 2026 | Expiry Jul 20, 2026
- August 2026: Launch Mar 20, 2026 | Expiry Aug 19, 2026
- September 2026: Launch Apr 21, 2026 | Expiry Sep 21, 2026
- October 2026: Launch May 19, 2026 | Expiry Oct 19, 2026
- November 2026: Launch Jun 19, 2026 | Expiry Nov 19, 2026
- December 2026: Launch Jul 21, 2026 | Expiry Dec 18, 2026
Impact Assessment
Provides trading members with advance notice for operational planning and risk management in commodity derivatives trading. Ensures systematic availability of WTI Crude Oil Futures contracts throughout 2026.
Impact Justification
Scheduled contract launches for commodity derivatives trading with predetermined dates