IPO Bound NSE Sees Q1 FY26 Profit Jump 10% to ₹2,924 Crore

The National Stock Exchange of India posted stellar Q1 FY26 results, underscoring its growth momentum as the bourse prepares for a highly anticipated IPO.

NSE Q1 FY26 Earning Results

NSE, India’s leading exchange, reported a 9% sequential growth in its consolidated total income to ₹4,798 crore, lifting net profit 10% QoQ to ₹2,924 crore. Transaction charges contributed ₹3,150 crore, up 7% QoQ, while operating EBITDA advanced 12% to ₹3,130 crore with a solid 78% margin.

NSE Trading Volumes Power Revenue Upswing

Average daily traded value in the cash market hit ₹1,08,542 crore, a 14% QoQ jump. Equity futures ADTV reached ₹1,68,430 crore, up 5%, and equity options premium ADTV climbed 9% to ₹55,514 crore, underscoring deepening retail and institutional participation.

Cost Management Supports Margin Strength

Total expenditure slipped 6% QoQ to ₹1,053 crore, aiding a PAT margin of 59%. The exchange remitted ₹14,331 crore to the exchequer, including STT and stamp duty, reflecting its pivotal role in fiscal collections.

NSE Core Settlement Guarantee Fund Enhancement

During the quarter, NSE made provision for an additional contribution of ₹587 crore to augment the Core Settlement Guarantee Fund corpus from the current level to ₹10,500 crore as advised by SEBI. The corpus of core SGF post the above contribution will be at ₹9,726 crore.

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Conclusion

IPO bound NSE’s double-digit profit growth, buoyant trading volumes, and disciplined cost control strengthen its investment narrative as it readies for listing. The upcoming AGM and record date provide clarity for stakeholders keen on the exchange’s next phase.

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