theocc

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC), at theocc, is an independent, SEC-regulated clearinghouse for listed options, futures, and equity swaps in the United States. Headquartered in Chicago, OCC supports major exchanges and securities firms by providing clearing, settlement, risk management, and margin services. The organization manages multi-billion-dollar financial transactions daily, ensuring systemic stability and regulatory oversight for the U.S. derivatives market. OCC adheres to strict compliance standards set by the SEC, CFTC, and Federal Reserve, continually investing in advanced cybersecurity, vendor risk management, and disaster recovery planning. As a systemically important financial market utility, OCC plays a central role in financial infrastructure resilience, transparency, and compliance audits.​