Summary
For the first quarter of 2018, Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ) demonstrated solid financial performance, with total revenues reaching $1.151 billion, a significant increase from $969 million in the prior year period. This growth was primarily driven by a strong performance in the Market Services segment, which saw a 21.3% increase in revenue, largely due to higher trading volumes in equity derivatives and cash equities, alongside an increase in Section 31 pass-through fees. The Information Services segment also showed robust growth, up 26.1%, benefiting from the acquisition of eVestment and increased ETP assets under management tracking Nasdaq indexes. Net income attributable to Nasdaq increased by 5.4% to $177 million, resulting in diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.05, up from $0.99 in the prior year. The company continued to return capital to shareholders, increasing its cash dividend declared per common share by a substantial 156.3% to $0.82. Nasdaq also maintained a strong liquidity position, with net cash provided by operating activities increasing significantly, while managing its debt obligations effectively and remaining in compliance with all covenants. The company also announced a new $500 million share repurchase authorization, underscoring its commitment to shareholder value.
Financial Highlights
56 data points| Revenue | $1.15B |
| Cost of Revenue | $485.00M |
| Gross Profit | $666.00M |
| Operating Expenses | $393.00M |
| Operating Income | $273.00M |
| Interest Expense | $38.00M |
| Net Income | $177.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.35 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.35 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 500.76M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 506.98M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues increased by 18.8% year-over-year to $1.151 billion, driven by strong performance across key segments.
- 2Market Services revenue grew 21.3% to $735 million, fueled by higher trading volumes and increased Section 31 fees.
- 3Information Services revenue saw a significant jump of 26.1% to $174 million, boosted by the eVestment acquisition and growth in ETP-linked assets.
- 4Net income attributable to Nasdaq increased by 5.4% to $177 million, with diluted EPS rising to $1.05 from $0.99.
- 5The company significantly increased its cash dividend declared per common share by 156.3% to $0.82.
- 6Net cash provided by operating activities increased by 53.7% to $375 million, indicating strong operational cash generation.
- 7Nasdaq authorized an additional $500 million for its share repurchase program, demonstrating confidence and commitment to shareholder returns.