Record-Breaking Revenue and Growth
Cboe grew net revenue 14% year-over-year to a record $587 million and adjusted diluted EPS by 14% to $2.46, driven by robust volumes in derivatives, strong new sales growth in the Cboe Data Vantage business, and disciplined expense management.
Derivatives Franchise Success
The Derivatives franchise delivered a record quarter with organic net revenue increasing 17% year-over-year. Options volumes increased, with SPX options volumes jumping 21% year-over-year to a new record average daily volume of 3.7 million contracts.
Cash and Spot Markets Growth
Second quarter net revenue was up 11%, with the European cash equities business driving robust performance. The Europe and Asia Pacific segment delivered the strongest year-over-year percentage growth of any Cboe segment for the fourth quarter in a row, achieving a 30% increase.
Cboe Data Vantage Growth
Net revenue for the Data Vantage business improved by 11% year-over-year, driven by international demand and strong new subscription and unit sales.
Cost Management and Expense Guidance
Cboe lowered its full-year expense guidance range due to disciplined cost management and the decision to close the Japanese equities business, resulting in potential annual savings of $10 million to $12 million.