Intercontinental Exchange Inc. - ICE STOCK NEWS

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) has declared a $0.33 per share dividend for Q2 2021, representing a 10% increase from the $0.30 dividend in Q2 2020. This cash dividend is payable on June 30, 2021 to stockholders of record as of June 16, 2021. The ex-dividend date is set for June 15, 2021, demonstrating ICE's commitment to returning value to its shareholders.

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) reported record net revenues of $1.8 billion for 1Q21, a 15% increase year-over-year, alongside a GAAP diluted EPS of $1.14 and adjusted EPS of $1.34, up 7%. Operating income reached a record $892 million with a margin of 50%. The firm plans to record a pre-tax gain of $1.23 billion from divesting its stake in Coinbase in Q2 2021. ICE launched ICE Futures Abu Dhabi on March 29, 2021, and remains optimistic about growth opportunities post-COVID.

ICE Mortgage Technology reported a notable decrease in the average time to close loans during the first quarter of 2021, reducing from 58 days in January to 52 days in March. Closing rates improved for all loans, increasing from 76.4% in February to 77.9% in March, while the percentage of refinances dropped from 68% to 63%. The report highlights a shift in consumer behavior towards homeownership and refinancing, indicating a competitive market for new buyers. The data was derived from a robust sampling of mortgage applications through the Encompass platform.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) has launched an ultra-low latency wireless market data offering in London and Frankfurt via its Global Network. This service enhances connectivity, speed, and reliability for market participants, granting access to over 150 venues and 750 market feeds. It aims to meet growing demands for quick decision-making by providing competitive latency and pricing. The wireless service will support both cash and derivatives trading, with plans to go live in the second half of 2021.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) announced the launch of Micro Asia Tech 30 Index futures contracts on April 26, 2021. These contracts allow investors to engage with the 30 largest technology firms in the Asia-Pacific region. The Micro Asia Tech 30 Index, launched recently, is designed for efficient investment tracking and has shown an annualized gross total return of approximately 13.8% since its inception. The futures will trade alongside other ICE contracts, providing a versatile option for market participants.

ICE Mortgage Technology, part of Intercontinental Exchange, has launched Encompass® eClose™, a cutting-edge solution aimed at revolutionizing electronic mortgage closings. This platform streamlines the eClosing process, enabling lenders to manage workflows seamlessly while enhancing borrower experience. It unifies various workflows, reduces operational costs, and increases loan quality. The solution also benefits settlement agents through real-time transparency and compliance, and enhances investor acquisition cycles by promoting eNotes adoption. ICE plans to further expand eClose capabilities later this year.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE:ICE) reported a record trading day for its Murban Crude Oil Futures on April 20, with 18,848 contracts traded. This marks the highest volume since the contracts launched on March 29. Since launching, 132,450 contracts have traded on ICE Futures Abu Dhabi, equivalent to 132 million barrels. The exchange is witnessing week-on-week growth in traded volumes and open interest, indicating increasing market participation.

Murban futures are available for trading 24 hours on Mondays and 22 hours Tuesday to Friday, supported by 27 Exchange Members globally.

ICE Mortgage Technology has concluded its annual Experience conference, marking its most successful event to date. The virtual conference, held from March 8-26, 2021, attracted over 7,000 registrations, a 15% increase from the previous year. Attendees accessed live and on-demand sessions on pivotal topics such as eClose and data analytics. Looking ahead, Experience 2022 is slated for March 14-16 in Las Vegas, where the company aims to enhance industry automation and collaboration.

Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) announced the launch of ICE SONIA Indexes, designed to aid the UK lending market's transition to SONIA (Sterling Overnight Index Average). Following a successful testing phase, these indexes allow licensees to calculate SONIA compound interest easily. The indexes complement the ICE Term SONIA Reference Rates, launched in January 2021, providing businesses with a reliable forward-looking benchmark. They offer features such as a 0% floor for negative interest rates and daily published values to streamline cash flow management in lending.