NSE Reports 8% Rise in Q4 FY26 Profit to ₹2,871 Crore; Total Income Jumps 22% to ₹5,360 Crore

As per the PTI reports, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has released its financial figures for the fourth quarter, showcasing promising growth.  

An 8% increase in profit after tax to ₹2,871 crore in Q4 FY26 marks the robust performance of the exchange, coupled with a 22% growth in total income. 

Financial Performance Overview in Q4FY26 

NSE's recent financial results reveal a valuable improvement, with the exchange's profit after tax increasing from ₹2,650 crore in the same quarter last fiscal year to ₹2,871 crore.  

This growth has been largely propelled by heightened transaction volumes across different market segments.  

The total income of the exchange leaped to ₹5,360 crore, a significant rise from ₹4,397 crore in the previous year. 

Quarterly and Annual Analysis 

Sequentially, the NSE recorded a net profit increase of 19% from ₹2,409 crore in the previous quarter, while the income climbed by 22%, indicating substantial growth in trading activities, especially within the equity derivatives segment. 

The total expenditure for Q4 rose by 20% quarter-on-quarter to ₹1,486 crore, majorly due to a year-end Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) provision of ₹223 crore, compared to a mere ₹5 crore from the prior quarter. 

Year-End Provisions and Adjustments 

During this quarter, NSE also accounted for a provision of ₹84 crore regarding settlement matters related to colocation and dark fibre.  

A resolution for these issues is pending with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), with NSE having proposed revised terms amounting to ₹1,491.21 crore. 

Annual Financial Summary for FY26 

For the fiscal year FY26, NSE's profit after tax declined by 15% to ₹10,302 crore as opposed to the previous year's ₹12,188 crore.  

The total income stood slightly lower at ₹18,713 crore when compared to ₹19,177 crore in the previous year. 

Growing Revenue Streams 

The exchange's revenue from transaction charges saw a 39% year-on-year surge in the March quarter, bolstered by increased trading volumes in the equity cash and derivatives markets. Additionally, NSE contributed ₹59,186 crore to the national exchequer during FY26. 

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Dividend Declaration and Shareholder Returns 

The NSE board has recommended a final dividend of ₹35 per share for FY26, which includes a special one-time dividend of ₹10 per equity share, pending shareholder approval. 

Conclusion 

NSE's strong financials in Q4 highlight its sustained growth and robust trading activity, contributing to its stable market position. Despite a decline in annual profit for FY26, the exchange continues to show positive growth indicators in various performance areas. 

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