10-KPeriod: FY2011

NASDAQ, INC. Annual Report, Year Ended Dec 31, 2011

Filed February 24, 2012For Securities:NDAQ

Summary

The NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc.'s 2011 annual report highlights a strong year of growth and diversification, driven by its Market Services, Issuer Services, and Market Technology segments. Despite a challenging economic environment, the company demonstrated resilience, with revenues less transaction rebates, brokerage, clearance, and exchange fees increasing by 11.0% to $1.69 billion. This growth was primarily fueled by robust performance in Access Services and derivative trading and clearing, alongside continued strength in Market Data and Issuer Services. The company continued to execute its strategic acquisition plan, integrating new businesses to enhance its offerings in areas such as surveillance technology and corporate solutions. NASDAQ OMX maintained its position as a leading global exchange operator, emphasizing technological innovation and a commitment to regulatory integrity. The report also details significant investments in technology infrastructure to support increased trading volumes and evolving market demands, positioning the company for continued competitiveness in the global financial landscape.

Financial Highlights

55 data points
Beta

Revenue

$3.44B

49.2% Gross Margin

Net Income

$387.00M

11.3% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.72

Total Assets

$14.09B

Cash & Equivalents

$506.00M

Free Cash Flow

$581.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$3.44B
Cost of Revenue$1.75B
Gross Profit$1.69B
Operating Expenses$994.00M
Operating Income$696.00M
Interest Expense$119.00M
Net Income$387.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.73
EPS (Diluted)$0.72
Shares Outstanding (Basic)529.00M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)540.03M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenues less transaction rebates, brokerage, clearance and exchange fees grew by 11.0% to $1.69 billion in 2011, compared to $1.52 billion in 2010.
  • 2Market Services remained the largest segment, contributing 67.4% of total revenues less transaction rebates, brokerage, clearance and exchange fees.
  • 3The company completed several strategic acquisitions in 2011, including Glide Technologies and RapiData, to expand its service offerings and market reach.
  • 4The NASDAQ Stock Market continued to be a leading venue for cash equities trading, facilitating significant share value traded.
  • 5The company's Market Technology segment saw revenue growth of 20.4%, driven by license, support, and delivery projects.
  • 6NASDAQ OMX reported a net income attributable to NASDAQ OMX of $387 million for 2011, with diluted earnings per share of $2.15.
  • 7The company repurchased approximately $100 million of its common stock during the fourth quarter of 2011 under its approved share repurchase program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Revenue growth was primarily driven by increases in Access Services revenues, derivative trading and clearing revenues, Market Data revenues, and Issuer Services revenues, particularly from Corporate Solutions. These were bolstered by recent acquisitions like FTEN and Glide Technologies.

The Market Services segment remained the largest, with revenues less transaction rebates, brokerage, clearance and exchange fees increasing by 11.0% to $1.14 billion. This segment includes Transaction Services (cash equity, derivatives, access), Market Data, and Broker Services.

The company anticipates a positive year, expecting continued global economic recovery to support its business drivers. They plan to leverage their technology for new market opportunities and continue to diversify through product enhancements and potential acquisitions.

In 2011, The NASDAQ OMX Group acquired Glide Technologies Limited, a corporate communications and reputation management specialist, and RapiData LLC, a provider of machine-readable economic news.