BSE Shares Up 6% After Q4 FY25 Pat Jumps 362%; Check What’s Announced on Dividend, Record Date

India’s oldest stock exchange, BSE, reported a 362% year-on-year increase in net profit for the March quarter of FY25, drawing attention from market participants. Despite a 3.15% decline in share price on Tuesday, closing at ₹6,250 on the NSE, the results and dividend announcement have generated investor interest.

Q4 FY25 Performance Overview

BSE’s financial performance for Q4FY25 reflected higher transaction volumes and improved cost efficiencies:

• Net Profit: ₹494 crore (vs. ₹107 crore in Q4FY24).

• Revenue from Operations: ₹847 crore, up 75% YoY.

• Operating EBITDA: ₹594 crore (vs. ₹95.7 crore YoY).

• EBITDA Margin: 70%.

A key contributor to the earnings growth was a 112% rise in transaction charges, which reached ₹612 crore, reflecting increased market activity and retail participation.

Dividend Announcement: Record Date Set

To mark its 150th anniversary, BSE’s board declared a special dividend of ₹5 per share, in addition to a regular dividend of ₹18, resulting in a total dividend of ₹23 per share.

• Record Date: May 14

• Payout Date: On or before September 18

Other Financial Indicators

• Profit Before Tax: ₹659 crore (vs. ₹153 crore YoY).

• Operating Expenses: ₹392 crore (down from ₹415 crore).

• Treasury Income: ₹44.3 crore (vs. ₹58 crore YoY).

• Investment Income: ₹70 crore (up from ₹55.2 crore in Q3).

Share Price Performance

BSE Limited emerged among the top gainers in early trading, reflecting strong investor interest following its recent Q4 FY25 earnings announcement. The stock opened at ₹6,370, significantly higher than its previous close of ₹6,245, and surged to an intraday high of ₹6,666.50 marking a gain of ₹336 or 5.38%.

Outlook and Strategy

The company highlighted continued focus on product innovation and growing market share across segments. Management noted that rising household financial savings and disposable incomes could support further participation in capital markets.

“Focus on innovation and launch of unique products across segments,” the company said in its official statement.

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Conclusion

BSE’s sharp rise in Q4 FY25 profit, supported by increased market activity and operational efficiency, has positioned the exchange prominently in investor discussions. The announcement of a ₹23 per share dividend, with a record date of May 14, adds further appeal for shareholders. With strategic focus on innovation and expanding participation, BSE appears poised for continued growth in a dynamic market environment.

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