Record Revenue and Earnings
Cboe Global Markets reported record net revenue of $532 million, an 11% increase year-over-year, and adjusted diluted earnings per share rose by 8% to a record $2.22.
Strong Derivatives Growth
The Derivatives business achieved a record quarter with a 13% year-over-year increase in organic net revenue, driven by strong volumes in SPX options (7% growth), VIX futures (20% growth), and VIX options (33% growth).
Expansion in Data and Access Solutions
The Data and Access Solutions business saw organic net revenue growth of 6% year-over-year, with 40% of new sales coming from international markets.
Cash and Spot Markets Performance
Cash and spot markets delivered a 12% increase in revenue year-over-year, with growth across all global regions.
Successful Strategic Adjustments
The company focused on strategic growth by dialing back M&A activities, lowering expense growth, stabilizing margins, and reallocating resources to core strengths like Derivatives and Data and Access Solutions.
Partnership with Robinhood
Cboe announced that Robinhood will begin offering its index options to retail investors, indicating potential for increased retail participation in options markets.
Increase in Share Repurchase Authorization
Cboe increased its share repurchase authorization by $500 million, with $680 million available for repurchases as of September end.