IG Group has posted a steady total revenue of £242.9 million for Q1 of fiscal year 2024, despite a slight dip in over-the-counter (OTC) products revenue. The decline of 8% in OTC products, including CFDs and spread betting, to £182.7 million was offset by income from other business areas.
Revenue Channels at IG
Official figures reveal that the London-based broker generated £49.8 million in exchange-traded derivatives products revenue between June and August, marking a 37% year-on-year increase. Additionally, revenue from stock trading and investment products saw a substantial 61% surge, reaching £10.4 million.
IG’s total revenue showcases the benefits of diversification over recent years. Although OTC derivatives revenue experienced a slight decline this quarter, the significant growth in our exchange-traded and stock-trading revenues effectively balanced it.
Robust Interest Income
IG witnessed a robust net interest income of £34.4 million this quarter, a massive leap from the previous year’s £7.1 million. Notably, £11.8 million of this income, up from FY23 Q1’s £1.2 million, came from OTC derivatives.
The broker observed that although there was a decrease in net trading revenue caused by lower volatility in different asset classes, this was outweighed by the substantial increase in interest income. Higher interest rates and the steady year-end balances of client funds drove the growth in interest income.
IG provided further insights into its revenue, segregating it into Core Markets+ and High Potential Markets portfolios. While the former saw a 6% dip to £188.7 million, reflecting softer market conditions, the latter portfolio saw an impressive rise of 30% to £54.2 million. Its US-based subsidiary, Tastytrade, reported a 48% increase in revenue, bringing in $60 million.
Client Base and Future Prospects
Despite a drop in active clients from 279,300 to 267,000, IG maintained stable total client balances at £4.1 billion. The broker maintains a positive outlook on achieving our mid-term objectives. They are actively developing strategies to improve cost efficiency and leverage the scale advantages of our global group.
In the wake of June Felix’s departure due to health issues, IG is searching for a new CEO. In the interim, CFO Charlie Rozes has assumed the top role.
