Intercontinental Exchange Reports Strong Second Quarter 2024

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Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reported strong financial results for Q2 2024. The company achieved record net revenues of $2.3 billion, a 23% increase year-over-year (y/y). GAAP diluted EPS was $1.10, a 23% decline y/y, while adjusted diluted EPS rose 6% y/y to $1.52. Operating income hit a record $1.1 billion, up 12% y/y, with an operating margin of 46%. Adjusted operating income increased 21% y/y to $1.4 billion, with an adjusted operating margin of 59%. Segment highlights include: exchange net revenues of $1.2 billion, fixed income and data services revenues of $565 million, and mortgage technology revenues of $506 million. ICE plans to continue investing in growth opportunities. They announced full-year 2024 GAAP operating expenses between $4.90 billion and $4.93 billion, and adjusted operating expenses between $3.79 billion and $3.82 billion. The company also paid $519 million in dividends through H1 2024.

Positive

• Record Q2 2024 net revenues of $2.3 billion, +23% y/y.
• Adjusted diluted EPS of $1.52, +6% y/y.
• Record Q2 2024 operating income of $1.1 billion, +12% y/y.
• Adjusted operating income of $1.4 billion, +21% y/y.
• Continued investment in growth opportunities.

Negative

• Q2 2024 GAAP diluted EPS of $1.10, down 23% y/y.

Insights

Financial Analyst

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has delivered a strong second quarter performance, demonstrating resilience and growth across its business segments. The company reported record Q2 net revenues of $2.3 billion, up 23% year-over-year. This impressive top-line growth was driven by solid performances in all three segments: Exchanges, Fixed Income and Data Services and Mortgage Technology.

The Exchanges segment, which includes energy, agricultural commodities and financial products, saw a 14% increase in revenues to $1.25 billion. This growth was primarily fueled by a 32% surge in energy revenues, reflecting increased volatility and trading activity in global energy markets.

The Fixed Income and Data Services segment showed modest growth, with revenues up 4% to $565 million. The segment's performance was bolstered by a 6% increase in Fixed Income Data and Analytics revenues, indicating strong demand for ICE's data products.

The Mortgage Technology segment was a standout performer, with revenues more than doubling to $506 million. This significant growth was largely due to the integration of Black Knight, which ICE acquired in 2023. The addition of Black Knight's servicing software contributed $212 million in revenues, which was not present in the year-ago quarter.

Despite the strong revenue growth, ICE's GAAP diluted EPS decreased by 23% to $1.10. However, on an adjusted basis, diluted EPS increased by 6% to $1.52. This discrepancy is primarily due to increased amortization of acquisition-related intangibles and integration costs associated with the Black Knight acquisition.

The company's adjusted operating margin remained robust at 59%, demonstrating ICE's ability to maintain profitability while integrating a major acquisition. The strong cash flow generation, with $2.2 billion in operating cash flow and $1.8 billion in adjusted free cash flow for the first half of 2024, provides ICE with financial flexibility for future growth initiatives and shareholder returns.

Market Research Analyst

ICE's Q2 results reflect the company's strategic positioning across diverse market segments, allowing it to capitalize on various economic conditions. The strong performance in the Exchanges segment, particularly in energy markets, underscores ICE's ability to benefit from market volatility and increased trading activity.

The modest growth in the Fixed Income and Data Services segment highlights the recurring nature of ICE's data business, which provides stability to the company's revenue stream. The 5% increase in recurring revenues in this segment to $457 million demonstrates the sticky nature of ICE's data products and services.

The Mortgage Technology segment's explosive growth is a testament to ICE's successful expansion into the mortgage industry. The integration of Black Knight has significantly enhanced ICE's offerings in this space, positioning the company as a leading provider of end-to-end mortgage technology solutions. The 137% increase in recurring revenues in this segment to $387 million is particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a strong, stable revenue base for future growth.

ICE's focus on recurring revenues across all segments ($1.2 billion in Q2, up 26% year-over-year) is a key strength, providing predictability and stability to the company's financial performance. This recurring revenue base, coupled with the company's ability to benefit from transaction-based revenues during periods of market volatility, creates a balanced and resilient business model.

Looking ahead, ICE's guidance for the full year and Q3 2024 suggests continued confidence in its growth trajectory. The company's ongoing investments in growth opportunities, coupled with its progress on achieving leverage and synergy targets related to the Black Knight acquisition, position ICE well for sustained long-term growth and value creation for shareholders.

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Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE):

Record 2Q24 net revenues of $2.3 billion, +23% y/y   2Q24 GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.10, down 23% y/y   2Q24 adj. diluted EPS of $1.52, +6% y/y   Record 2Q24 operating income of $1.1 billion, +12% y/y; record adj. operating income of $1.4 billion, +21% y/y   2Q24 operating margin of 46%; adj. operating margin of 59%

Jeffrey C. Sprecher, ICE Chair & Chief Executive Officer, said, "We are pleased to report our second quarter results that extend our track record of growth. Our customers continue to access our networks to manage risk, consume our mission-critical data and drive workflow efficiencies across asset classes and through an array of macroeconomic environments. As we look to the second half of the year and beyond, we will continue to leverage our data, technology and network expertise to deliver innovative solutions for our customers and drive growth for our stockholders."

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE), a leading global provider of technology and data, today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2024. For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, consolidated net income attributable to ICE was $632 million on $2.3 billion of consolidated revenues, less transaction-based expenses. Second quarter GAAP diluted EPS were $1.10. Adjusted net income attributable to ICE was $876 million in the second quarter and adjusted diluted EPS were $1.52. Please refer to the reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures included in this press release for more information on our adjusted operating expenses, adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS and adjusted free cash flow.

Warren Gardiner, ICE Chief Financial Officer, added: "Through the first half of 2024, we have generated record revenues and record operating income, while also continuing to make progress towards achieving the leverage and synergy targets related to our 2023 acquisition of Black Knight. As we turn to the second half, we expect to continue to invest in opportunities to drive future growth and to create value for our stockholders."

Second Quarter 2024 Business Highlights

Second quarter consolidated net revenues were $2.3 billion including exchange net revenues of $1.2 billion, fixed income and data services revenues of $565 million and mortgage technology revenues of $506 million. Consolidated operating expenses were $1.3 billion for the second quarter of 2024. On an adjusted basis, consolidated operating expenses were $947 million. Consolidated operating income for the second quarter was $1.1 billion, and the operating margin was 46%. On an adjusted basis, consolidated operating income for the second quarter was $1.4 billion, and the adjusted operating margin was 59%.

$ (in millions)	Net Revenues	Op Margin	Adj Op Margin
	2Q24
Exchanges	$1,246	71%	75%
Fixed Income and Data Services	$565	37%	45%
Mortgage Technology	$506	(6)%	36%
Consolidated	$2,317	46%	59%
	2Q24	2Q23	% Chg
Recurring Revenues	$1,206	$955	26%
Transaction Revenues, net	$1,111	$933	19%

Exchanges Segment Results

Second quarter exchange net revenues were $1.2 billion. Exchange operating expenses were $356 million and on an adjusted basis, were $311 million in the second quarter. Segment operating income for the second quarter was $890 million, and the operating margin was 71%. On an adjusted basis, operating income was $935 million, and the adjusted operating margin was 75%.

$ (in millions)	2Q24	2Q23	% Chg	Const Curr(1)
Revenues, net:
Energy	$469	$355	32%	33%
Ags and Metals	71	77	(8)%	(8)%
Financials(2)	132	104	26%	26%
Cash Equities and Equity Options, net	111	96	16%	16%
OTC and Other(3)	101	104	(3)%	(3)%
Data and Connectivity Services	240	231	4%	4%
Listings	122	126	(3)%	(3)%
Segment Revenues	$1,246	$1,093	14%	14%
Recurring Revenues	$362	$357	1%	1%
Transaction Revenues, net	$884	$736	20%	20%
(1) Net revenues in constant currency are calculated holding both the pound sterling and euro at the average exchange rate from 2Q23, 1.2522 and 1.0893, respectively.
(2) Financials include interest rates and other financial futures and options.
(3) OTC & other includes net interest income and fees on certain clearing margin deposits, regulatory penalties and fines, fees for use of our facilities, regulatory fees charged to member organizations of our U.S. securities exchanges, designated market maker service fees, exchange member fees, and agriculture grading and certification fees.

Fixed Income and Data Services Segment Results

Second quarter fixed income and data services revenues were $565 million. Fixed income and data services operating expenses were $357 million, and adjusted operating expenses were $311 million in the second quarter. Segment operating income for the second quarter was $208 million, and the operating margin was 37%. On an adjusted basis, operating income was $254 million, and the adjusted operating margin was 45%.

$ (in millions)	2Q24	2Q23	% Chg	Const Curr(1)
Revenues:
Fixed Income Execution	$30	$28	3%	3%
CDS Clearing	78	84	(6)%	(6)%
Fixed Income Data and Analytics	293	277	6%	6%
Other Data and Network Services	164	157	5%	5%
Segment Revenues	$565	$546	4%	4%
Recurring Revenues	$457	$434	5%	5%
Transaction Revenues	$108	$112	(4)%	(4)%
(1) Net revenues in constant currency are calculated holding both the pound sterling and euro at the average exchange rate from 2Q23, 1.2522 and 1.0893, respectively.

Mortgage Technology Segment Results

Second quarter mortgage technology revenues were $506 million. Mortgage technology operating expenses were $538 million, and adjusted operating expenses were $325 million in the second quarter. Segment operating loss for the second quarter was $32 million, and the operating margin was (6)%. On an adjusted basis, operating income was $181 million, and the adjusted operating margin was 36%.

$ (in millions)	2Q24	2Q23	% Chg
Revenues:
Origination Technology	$180	$178	1%
Closing Solutions	52	47	9%
Servicing Software	212	—	n/a
Data and Analytics	62	24	165%
Segment Revenues	$506	$249	103%
Recurring Revenues	$387	$164	137%
Transaction Revenues	$119	$85	39%

Other Matters

• Operating cash flow through the second quarter of 2024 was $2.2 billion and adjusted free cash flow was $1.8 billion.
• Unrestricted cash was $885 million and outstanding debt was $21.8 billion as of June 30, 2024.
• Through the second quarter of 2024, ICE paid $519 million in dividends.

Updated Financial Guidance

• ICE's full year 2024 GAAP operating expenses are expected to be in a range of $4.90 billion to $4.93 billion. Adjusted operating expenses⁽¹⁾ are expected to be in a range of $3.79 billion to $3.82 billion.
• ICE's third quarter 2024 GAAP operating expenses are expected to be in a range of $1.22 billion to $1.23 billion. Adjusted operating expenses⁽¹⁾ are expected to be in a range of $955 million to $965 million.
• ICE's third quarter 2024 GAAP non-operating expense⁽²⁾ is expected to be in the range of $200 million to $205 million. Adjusted non-operating expense is expected to be in the range of $190 million to $195 million.
• ICE's diluted share count for the third quarter is expected to be in the range of 573 million to 579 million weighted average shares outstanding.

(1) Full year and 3Q 2024 non-GAAP operating expenses exclude amortization of acquisition-related intangibles, duplicate rent expenses, valid claims made following an equity trading issue at NYSE, and Black Knight integration costs.

(2) Non-operating expense includes interest income, interest expense and net other income/expense. Non-GAAP non-operating expense  excludes equity earnings/losses from unconsolidated investees.

Earnings Conference Call Information

ICE will hold a conference call today, August 1, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. ET to review its second quarter 2024 financial results. A live audio webcast of the earnings call will be available on the company's website at www.ice.com in the investor relations section. Participants may also listen via telephone by dialing 833-470-1428 from the United States or 929-526-1599 from outside of the United States. Telephone participants are required to provide the participant entry number 916348 and are recommended to call 10 minutes prior to the start of the call. The call will be archived on the company's website for replay.

The conference call for the third quarter 2024 earnings has been scheduled for October 31st, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. ET. Please refer to the Investor Relations website at www.ir.theice.com for additional information.

Historical futures, options and cash ADV, rate per contract, open interest data and CDS cleared information can be found at: https://ir.theice.com/investor-resources/supplemental-information/default.aspx

Consolidated Statements of Income (In millions, except per share amounts) (Unaudited)
	Six Months Ended June 30,						Three Months Ended June 30,
Revenues:		2024			2023			2024			2023
Exchanges	$	3,560		$	3,214		$	1,826		$	1,541
Fixed income and data services		1,133			1,109			565			546
Mortgage technology		1,005			485			506			249
Total revenues		5,698			4,808			2,897			2,336
Transaction-based expenses:
Section 31 fees		205			175			138			56
Cash liquidity payments, routing and clearing		886			849			442			392
Total revenues, less transaction-based expenses		4,607			3,784			2,317			1,888
Operating expenses:
Compensation and benefits		935			703			473			351
Professional services		74			57			38			29
Acquisition-related transaction and integration costs		51			46			15			25
Technology and communication		419			345			214			173
Rent and occupancy		59			45			30			25
Selling, general and administrative		178			137			100			63
Depreciation and amortization		762			527			381			267
Total operating expenses		2,478			1,860			1,251			933
Operating income		2,129			1,924			1,066			955
Other income/(expense):
Interest income		66			193			36			102
Interest expense		(474	)		(351	)		(233	)		(175	)
Other income/(expense), net		104			(70	)		(8	)		(35	)
Total other income/(expense), net		(304	)		(228	)		(205	)		(108	)
Income before income tax expense		1,825			1,696			861			847
Income tax expense		403			207			222			32
Net income	$	1,422		$	1,489		$	639		$	815
Net income attributable to non-controlling interest		(23	)		(35	)		(7	)		(16	)
Net income attributable to Intercontinental Exchange, Inc.	$	1,399		$	1,454		$	632		$	799
Earnings per share attributable to Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. common stockholders:
Basic	$	2.44		$	2.60		$	1.10		$	1.43
Diluted	$	2.43		$	2.59		$	1.10		$	1.42
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic		573			560			573			560
Diluted		575			561			575			561

Consolidated Balance Sheets (In millions)
	As of
	June 30, 2024			As of
	(Unaudited)			December 31, 2023
Assets:
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	885		$	899
Short-term restricted cash and cash equivalents		1,252			531
Short-term restricted investments		500			680
Cash and cash equivalent margin deposits and guaranty funds		80,129			78,980
Invested deposits, delivery contracts receivable and unsettled variation margin		2,000			1,814
Customer accounts receivable, net		1,548			1,366
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		677			703
Total current assets		86,991			84,973
Property and equipment, net		1,992			1,923
Other non-current assets:
Goodwill		30,553			30,553
Other intangible assets, net		16,805			17,317
Long-term restricted cash and cash equivalents		370			340
Other non-current assets		971			978
Total other non-current assets		48,699			49,188
Total assets	$	137,682		$	136,084
Liabilities and Equity:
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	$	1,008		$	1,003
Section 31 fees payable		203			79
Accrued salaries and benefits		263			459
Deferred revenue		497			200
Short-term debt		3,234			1,954
Margin deposits and guaranty funds		80,129			78,980
Invested deposits, delivery contracts payable and unsettled variation margin		2,000			1,814
Other current liabilities		130			137
Total current liabilities		87,464			84,626
Non-current liabilities:
Non-current deferred tax liability, net		3,950			4,080
Long-term debt		18,573			20,659
Accrued employee benefits		179			193
Non-current operating lease liability		323			299
Other non-current liabilities		449			441
Total non-current liabilities		23,474			25,672
Total liabilities		110,938			110,298
Equity:
Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. stockholders’ equity:
Common stock		7			6
Treasury stock, at cost		(6,377	)		(6,304	)
Additional paid-in capital		16,130			15,953
Retained earnings		17,236			16,356
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(309	)		(294	)
Total Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. stockholders’ equity		26,687			25,717
Non-controlling interest in consolidated subsidiaries		57			69
Total equity		26,744			25,786
Total liabilities and equity	$	137,682		$	136,084

Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Reconciliation

We use non-GAAP measures internally to evaluate our performance and in making financial and operational decisions. When viewed in conjunction with our GAAP results and the accompanying reconciliation, we believe that our presentation of these measures provides investors with greater transparency and a greater understanding of factors affecting our financial condition and results of operations than GAAP measures alone. In addition, we believe the presentation of these measures is useful to investors for period-to-period comparison of results because the items described below as adjustments to GAAP are not reflective of our core business performance. These financial measures are not in accordance with, or an alternative to, GAAP financial measures and may be different from non-GAAP measures used by other companies. We use these adjusted results because we believe they more clearly highlight trends in our business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on GAAP financial measures, since these measures eliminate from our results specific financial items that have less bearing on our core operating performance. We strongly recommend that investors review the GAAP financial measures and additional non-GAAP information included in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including our consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto.

Adjusted operating expenses, adjusted operating income, adjusted operating margin, adjusted net income attributable to ICE common stockholders, adjusted diluted earnings per share and adjusted free cash flow for the periods presented below are calculated by adding or subtracting the adjustments described below, which are not reflective of our cash operations and core business performance, and their related income tax effect and other tax adjustments (in millions, except for per share amounts):

Adjusted Operating Income, Operating Margin and Operating Expense Reconciliation (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Exchanges Segment				Fixed Income and Data Services Segment				Mortgage Technology Segment				Consolidated
	Six Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,				Six Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023		2024		2023		2024		2023
Total revenues, less transaction-based expenses	$2,469		$2,190		$1,133		$1,109		$1,005		$485		$4,607		$3,784
Operating expenses	682		631		711		699		1,085		530		2,478		1,860
Less: Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles	34		33		77		85		395		183		506		301
Less: Transaction and integration costs	—		—		—		—		51		46		51		46
Less: Regulatory matter	—		11		—		—		—		—		—		11
Less: Other	30		6		14		—		—		—		44		6
Adjusted operating expenses	$618		$581		$620		$614		$639		$301		$1,877		$1,496
Operating income/(loss)	$1,787		$1,559		$422		$410		$(80)		$(45)		$2,129		$1,924
Adjusted operating income	$1,851		$1,609		$513		$495		$366		$184		$2,730		$2,288
Operating margin	72%		71%		37%		37%		(8)%		(9)%		46%		51%
Adjusted operating margin	75%		73%		45%		45%		36%		38%		59%		60%

Adjusted Operating Income, Operating Margin and Operating Expense Reconciliation (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Exchanges Segment				Fixed Income and Data Services Segment				Mortgage Technology Segment				Consolidated
	Three Months Ended June 30,				Three Months Ended June 30,				Three Months Ended June 30,				Three Months Ended June 30,
	2024		2023		2024		2023		2024		2023		2024		2023
Total revenues, less transaction-based expenses	$1,246		$1,093		$565		$546		$506		$249		$2,317		$1,888
Operating expenses	356		311		357		356		538		266		1,251		933
Less: Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles	15		17		39		43		198		91		252		151
Less: Transaction and integration costs	—		—		—		—		15		25		15		25
Less: Regulatory matter	—		1		—		—		—		—		—		1
Less: Other	30		—		7		—		—		—		37		—
Adjusted operating expenses	$311		$293		$311		$313		$325		$150		$947		$756
Operating income/(loss)	$890		$782		$208		$190		$(32)		$(17)		$1,066		$955
Adjusted operating income	$935		$800		$254		$233		$181		$99		$1,370		$1,132
Operating margin	71%		72%		37%		35%		(6)%		(7)%		46%		51%
Adjusted operating margin	75%		73%		45%		43%		36%		40%		59%		60%

Adjusted Net Income Attributable to ICE and Diluted EPS (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Six Months Ended June 30, 2024				Six Months Ended June 30, 2023
Net income attributable to ICE	$	1,399			$	1,454
Add: Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles		506				301
Add: Transaction and integration costs		51				46
(Less)/Add: Litigation and regulatory matters		(160	)			11
Add: Net losses from unconsolidated investees		45				65
Add: Fair value adjustment of equity investments		3				—
Less: Net interest income on pre-acquisition-related debt		—				(12	)
Add: Other		44				6
Less: Income tax effect for the above items		(125	)			(112	)
Less: Deferred tax adjustments on acquisition-related intangibles		(35	)			(85	)
Less: Other tax adjustments		—				(81	)
Adjusted net income attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	1,728			$	1,593
Diluted earnings per share attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	2.43			$	2.59
Adjusted diluted earnings per share attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	3.00			$	2.84
Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding		575				561

Adjusted Net Income Attributable to ICE and Diluted EPS (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Three Months Ended June 30, 2024				Three Months Ended June 30, 2023
Net income attributable to ICE	$	632			$	799
Add: Amortization of acquisition-related intangibles		252				151
Add: Transaction and integration costs		15				25
Add: Regulatory matter		—				1
Add: Net losses from unconsolidated investees		3				30
Less: Net interest income on pre-acquisition-related debt		—				(6	)
Add: Other		37				—
Less: Income tax effect for the above items		(79	)			(55	)
Add/(Less): Deferred tax adjustments on acquisition-related intangibles		16				(86	)
Less: Other tax adjustments		—				(57	)
Adjusted net income attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	876			$	802
Diluted earnings per share attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	1.10			$	1.42
Adjusted diluted earnings per share attributable to ICE common stockholders	$	1.52			$	1.43
Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding		575				561

Adjusted Free Cash Flow Calculation (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Six Months Ended June 30, 2024			Six Months Ended June 30, 2023
Net cash provided by operating activities	$	2,205		$	1,805
Less: Capital expenditures		(133	)		(61	)
Less: Capitalized software development costs		(177	)		(142	)
Free cash flow		1,895			1,602
(Less)/Add: Section 31 fees, net		(124	)		50
Adjusted free cash flow	$	1,771		$	1,652

About Intercontinental Exchange

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE: ICE) is a Fortune 500 company that designs, builds and operates digital networks that connect people to opportunity. We provide financial technology and data services across major asset classes helping our customers access mission-critical workflow tools that increase transparency and efficiency. ICE’s futures, equity, and options exchanges – including the New York Stock Exchange – and clearing houses help people invest, raise capital and manage risk. We offer some of the world’s largest markets to trade and clear energy and environmental products. Our fixed income, data services and execution capabilities provide information, analytics and platforms that help our customers streamline processes and capitalize on opportunities. At ICE Mortgage Technology, we are transforming U.S. housing finance, from initial consumer engagement through loan production, closing, registration and the long-term servicing relationship. Together, ICE transforms, streamlines and automates industries to connect our customers to opportunity.

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Intercontinental Exchange reported Q2 2024 net revenues of $2.3 billion, a 23% increase year-over-year.

What was Intercontinental Exchange's Q2 2024 GAAP diluted EPS?

Intercontinental Exchange's Q2 2024 GAAP diluted EPS was $1.10, a 23% decline year-over-year.

How did Intercontinental Exchange's adjusted diluted EPS perform in Q2 2024?

Intercontinental Exchange's adjusted diluted EPS increased by 6% year-over-year to $1.52 in Q2 2024.

What was Intercontinental Exchange's Q2 2024 operating income?

Intercontinental Exchange's operating income for Q2 2024 was $1.1 billion, a 12% increase year-over-year.

What is Intercontinental Exchange's full-year 2024 guidance for GAAP operating expenses?

Intercontinental Exchange expects full-year 2024 GAAP operating expenses to range between $4.90 billion and $4.93 billion.