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Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2023

Filing Date
Filed May 8, 2023
Period End
March 31, 2023
Security
IBKR
In the record · 2016–202610-K1310-Q328-K95

IBKR filed 13 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 95 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Restructuring8-K · Apr ’17Apr ’17
  2. Leadership change8-K · Jun ’20Jun ’20

Summary

Summary of the 10-Q filed May 8, 2023. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR) reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2023, driven by a significant increase in net interest income due to higher benchmark interest rates and an increase in customer credit balances.

Total net revenues surged by 64% year-over-year to $1.06 billiona, with income before income taxes also rising substantially to $761 million. Diluted earnings per share more than doubled to $1.42 from $0.74 in the prior-year period. The company's commission revenue saw a modest 2% increase, supported by higher volumes in futures and options, though tempered by a decline in stock trading volumes.

The robust growth in net interest income, which more than doubled, highlights the company's ability to capitalize on prevailing interest rate environments. IBKR's strong capital position and efficient operations, as evidenced by a 72%b pretax profit margin, position it well for continued performance in dynamic market conditions.

Key Highlights

  1. Net revenues increased by 64% to $1.056 billion in Q1 2023 compared to $645 million in Q1 2022.
  2. Income before income taxes surged by 93% to $761 million in Q1 2023 from $394 million in Q1 2022.
  3. Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) more than doubled to $1.42 in Q1 2023, up from $0.74 in Q1 2022.
  4. Net interest income increased significantly by 126% to $637 million in Q1 2023, driven by higher benchmark interest rates and customer credit balances.
  5. Commissions revenue grew by 2% to $357 million, supported by increased futures and options volumes, despite lower stock trading volumes.
  6. Total equity increased to $12.2 billion as of March 31, 2023, up from $10.5 billion as of March 31, 2022.
  7. The company maintained strong regulatory capital compliance, with aggregate excess regulatory capital of $9.0 billion as of March 31, 2023.

Financial Statements

Q1 FY2023 against Q1 FY2022

Line itemQ1 FY2023Q1 FY2022Change
Revenue$400.00M$402.00M−0.5%
Interest Expense$710.00M$50.00M+1320.0%
Net Income$148.00M$73.00M+102.7%
EPS (Basic)$0.36$0.18+94.6%
EPS (Diluted)$0.35$0.18+91.9%
Shares Outstanding (Basic)411.83M392.90M+4.8%
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)416.17M396.90M+4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What was the primary driver of Interactive Brokers' revenue growth in Q1 2023?

    The primary driver of Interactive Brokers' revenue growth in Q1 2023 was a substantial increase in net interest income, which rose by 126% year-over-year. This was fueled by higher benchmark interest rates and an increase in customer credit balances, coupled with a growth in average interest-earning assets.

  2. How did commission revenue perform in the first quarter of 2023?

    Commission revenue saw a modest increase of 2% to $357 million in Q1 2023 compared to Q1 2022. This growth was supported by higher customer volumes in futures and options, as well as larger average trade sizes. However, this was partially offset by lower customer trading volumes in stocks.

  3. What is the company's current capital position and regulatory compliance status?

    As of March 31, 2023, Interactive Brokers Group reported total equity of $12.2 billion. All regulated operating subsidiaries were in compliance with their respective regulatory capital requirements, with aggregate excess regulatory capital totaling $9.0 billion.

  4. How did the company's earnings per share (EPS) change compared to the previous year?

    Interactive Brokers experienced significant growth in earnings per share. Diluted EPS rose to $1.42 in the first quarter of 2023, more than doubling from $0.74 in the same period of 2022. This reflects the strong performance in net revenues and overall profitability.