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Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (IBKR) is a global leader in providing cost-effective trading execution and clearing services. Headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, Interactive Brokers operates across a diverse array of financial products including stocks, options, futures, forex, bonds, and funds. Their advanced technology platform offers seamless electronic access to over 100 markets worldwide through a single IB Universal Account.
Interactive Brokers caters to a wide spectrum of clients including individual traders, financial advisors, proprietary trading groups, brokers, and hedge funds. The firm's robust infrastructure ensures efficient and reliable trading, making it a preferred choice in the brokerage industry.
Employing around 980 professionals in offices located in the USA, Switzerland, Canada, Hong Kong, the UK, Australia, Hungary, Russia, India, China, and Estonia, Interactive Brokers maintains a strong international presence while adhering to regulatory standards set by agencies like the SEC, FINRA, NYSE, and SFA.
Revenue Streams: Interactive Brokers generates approximately 31% of its net revenue from trading commissions, facilitating a diverse range of financial products. Net interest income from idle client cash accounts for about 64% of net revenue, while ancillary services contribute approximately 6%. Principal trading and other activities form a minor part of the revenue at around 5%.
In recent developments, the company has continued to innovate and expand its offerings to enhance user experience and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving financial markets. Interactive Brokers remains a significant player with around 70% of its revenue derived from the U.S. market and the remaining 30% from international clients.
For the latest updates and detailed information on the company’s performance, ongoing projects, and strategic partnerships, visit the news section.
Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) reported strong Q4 2024 results with GAAP diluted EPS of $1.99 and adjusted EPS of $2.03, significantly up from $1.48 and $1.52 respectively in the year-ago quarter. Net revenues reached $1,387 million (GAAP) and $1,424 million (adjusted), compared to $1,139 million and $1,149 million in Q4 2023.
Key performance metrics showed substantial growth: commission revenue increased 37% to $477 million, net interest income rose 11% to $807 million, and customer accounts grew 30% to 3.34 million. Customer equity increased 33% to $568.2 billion, while margin loans grew 45% to $64.2 billion. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable on March 14, 2025.
Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) reported its December 2024 brokerage metrics, showing significant year-over-year growth across key performance indicators. The company recorded 3.267 million Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs), up 66% from the previous year but down 1% from November.
Client equity reached $568.2 billion (33% YoY increase), while margin loan balances grew to $64.2 billion (45% YoY increase). Client credit balances, including $4.9 billion in insured bank deposits, totaled $119.7 billion (15% YoY increase). The company's client base expanded to 3.34 million accounts, representing a 30% YoY increase.
Average commission per cleared commissionable order was $2.58, with specific rates for stocks ($1.84), equity options ($3.82), and futures ($4.56). IBKR PRO clients' total cost for executing U.S. Reg.-NMS stocks was approximately 5.7 basis points in December.
Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) has scheduled its fourth quarter financial results announcement for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at approximately 4:00 pm (ET). The company will follow the announcement with a conference call at 4:30 pm (ET) to discuss the results.
Interested participants can access the conference call by registering online to obtain dial-in details, and should dial in about ten minutes before the start time. The call will also be available as an audio webcast through the company's Investor Relations website.
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) has upgraded its web-based Advisor Portal with advanced trading and portfolio management tools. The enhancement includes Portfolio View, Allocation, Rebalance, and Tax Loss Harvesting features, previously available only on their desktop platform. US-based advisors now have access to an AI Commentary Generator that creates custom portfolio performance reports and market commentary.
The AI tool provides four key sections: Portfolio Summary, Portfolio News and Trends, Macro Update, and Economic Market Outlook. Through PortfolioAnalyst, advisors can consolidate client accounts from over 15,000 financial institutions. The platform offers these tools at no charge, aiming to streamline workflow and enhance client engagement.
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) has announced significant updates to its IBKR Desktop trading platform, offering enhanced features across multiple asset classes on over 150 global markets. The platform now includes advanced options tools like Options Wizard and customizable Option Chains, improved charting capabilities with symbol comparison and volume candles, and new features such as MultiSort and Options Lattice.
The platform combines sophisticated trading technology with a user-friendly interface, featuring no platform fees and tools designed for both experienced traders and novice investors. Notable improvements include enhanced options screening capabilities, customizable date ranges, hot news integration, and additional technical indicators.
Interactive Brokers (Nasdaq: IBKR) has launched AI-generated news summaries as part of its News & Research offering at no additional cost to clients. The new feature provides condensed market insights from leading providers, helping investors make faster and more informed decisions. The AI tool extracts market-relevant information and allows clients to filter news related to their portfolios and watchlists.
The service is currently available to eligible clients in Canada, the UK, Ireland, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, and Japan, with potential expansion to IB clients pending regulatory discussions. Additionally, Interactive Brokers has enhanced its Hot News feed with AI tagging for notable articles, a feature available worldwide.
Interactive Brokers Group (Nasdaq: IBKR) has announced that Chairman Thomas Peterffy will be presenting at the Goldman Sachs Financial Services Conference on Wednesday, December 11th at 10:00 a.m. ET.
The presentation will be accessible via live webcast through the company's website at www.interactivebrokers.com/ir-events. Interested participants are advised to log in approximately 10 minutes before the presentation begins. A replay of the presentation will be made available on the company's website for those unable to attend the live session.
Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) reported strong November 2024 metrics, with 3.306 million Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs), up 74% year-over-year and 17% month-over-month. Client equity reached $575.9 billion, increasing 42% from last year. Client margin loans grew to $60.2 billion, up 43% year-over-year, while client credit balances reached $118.8 billion. The company reported 3.253 million client accounts, a 29% increase from the previous year. Average commission per cleared order was $2.70, with specific rates for stocks ($1.91), equity options ($3.96), and futures ($4.46).
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) has launched Plan d'Epargne en Actions (PEA) accounts for French tax residents. These accounts offer favorable tax exemptions and include access to French and European stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds. The PEA accounts automatically come with a regular trading account, providing access to global securities across 150 markets. The offering features low commissions, no custody or transfer fees, and simplified account opening processes. Clients can utilize Interactive Brokers' trading platforms, comprehensive reporting services, and free trading tools to manage their investments effectively.
Interactive Brokers Group (IBKR) reported strong October 2024 metrics with significant year-over-year growth. Daily Average Revenue Trades (DARTs) reached 2.823 million, up 46% from last year and 7% from September. Client equity stood at $540.0 billion, a 47% increase year-over-year. Margin loan balances grew 40% to $58.9 billion, while client credit balances reached $117.6 billion. The company saw a 28% increase in client accounts to 3.19 million. Average commission per cleared order was $2.86, with specific rates of $2.05 for stocks, $4.05 for equity options, and $4.49 for futures.