Intercontinental Exchange Inc. - ICE STOCK NEWS

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) reported record total futures open interest exceeding 48 million contracts as of July 27, 2021. Open interest in its global environmental complex reached 2.86 million contracts, up 21% year-over-year, with significant growth in North American markets. Interest Rate futures enjoyed a 27% increase, while Sterling and SONIA futures surged by 36% and over 200%, respectively. Meanwhile, open interest in the ICE Low Sulphur Gasoil benchmark also grew by 21% year-over-year, reflecting heightened trading activity across various asset classes.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced a $0.33 per share dividend for Q3 2021, reflecting a 10% increase from the $0.30 dividend in Q3 2020. The cash dividend will be paid on September 30, 2021, to stockholders of record as of September 16, 2021, with an ex-dividend date of September 15, 2021. This reflects the company's ongoing commitment to return value to shareholders.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reported strong financial performance for Q2 2021, achieving net revenues of $1.7 billion, a 22% increase year-over-year. The company experienced a remarkable 134% rise in GAAP diluted EPS, reaching $2.22. A significant highlight was a $1.23 billion pre-tax gain from divesting its stake in Coinbase. Adjusted operating income rose by 17% to $963 million, with an operating margin of 56%. Looking ahead, ICE expects Q3 recurring revenues between $870 million and $885 million.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) has upgraded its mortgage prepayment model by introducing the ICE Locked Rate Feed. This innovative service provides daily residential mortgage rates, utilizing anonymized transaction data from ICE Mortgage Technology. The Locked Rate Feed aggregates information across 45 loan programs, enhancing transparency in the mortgage market. Lynn Martin and Joe Tyrrell emphasized the importance of this development for fixed income investors and lenders, allowing them to benchmark against competitive rates. ICE continues to lead in mortgage-backed securities pricing and data services.

S&P Global Platts and Intercontinental Exchange announced a joint white paper on July 21, 2021, focusing on the evolution of the Brent complex, which encompasses Dated Brent, Cash Brent, and ICE Brent Crude Oil futures. The paper explores potential new deliverable crude oil options, including Johan Sverdrup and WTI Midland. Platts and ICE are seeking market feedback through consultations, with a deadline for comments set for September 30, 2021. The initiative aims to enhance the Brent complex's strength and ensure its continued relevance as a global benchmark.

S&P Global Platts and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) have released a joint white paper and initiated consultations regarding the evolution of the Brent complex, including Dated Brent and ICE Brent Crude Oil futures. The paper explores the inclusion of new deliverable crude options, specifically Johan Sverdrup and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Midland. Market feedback is sought by September 30, 2021 to address key issues and strengthen the Brent complex for future stability.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) reported robust growth in its index business in the first half of 2021, bolstered by a significant rise in assets under management (AUM) in ETFs utilizing ICE indices. Notably, over $60 billion in AUM transitioned to ICE benchmarks, fueled by a $186 billion increase in U.S. fixed income ETFs in 2020. The AUM for U.S. thematic ETFs also grew to $133 billion. ICE has launched over 250 new indices, including ESG-focused offerings, contributing to its double-digit revenue growth since acquiring the ICE BofA suite of indices in 2017.

ICE Mortgage Technology, part of Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE), has been selected by First Tech Federal Credit Union to implement its Encompass® Product and Pricing Service (EPPS). This integration aims to enhance automation, compliance, and scalability for over 720,000 members. EPPS allows for precise loan product pricing and eligibility, reducing risks in the lending process. With this tool, First Tech seeks to improve operational efficiency and streamline the mortgage application process while adapting to future market demands.

The New York Stock Exchange, a subsidiary of Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), announced that Builders FirstSource (BLDR) has transferred its listing to the NYSE starting today. This move allows Builders FirstSource to access various benefits, including advanced technology and enhanced visibility within a network of leading companies. Builders FirstSource, recognized as the largest supplier of building products in the U.S., aims to grow its business through this prestigious affiliation. Since 2000, nearly 300 companies have transitioned to the NYSE, representing over $1 trillion in market value.