BSE shares surged 10% after announcing Q4FY25 Results

On Wednesday, the BSE share price touched a day’s high of Rs. 6,847.50 per share, a 9.6 percent rise from its previous closing price of Rs. 6,245 on NSE, after reporting robust consolidated financial results for Q4FY25 and the full fiscal year FY25, while reflecting strong growth across key metrics during market fluctuations. 

Q4FY25 Results

For the quarter ended March 31, 2025, BSE posted a net profit of Rs. 494 crore, marking a remarkable 364 percent year-on-year increase from Rs. 106 crore in Q4FY24. This surge was driven by a 75 percent jump in consolidated revenue from operations, which rose to Rs. 847 crore from Rs. 484 crore in the same quarter last year. The exchange’s EBITDA, including the Settlement Guarantee Fund (SGF), also soared over fivefold to Rs. 594 crore, compared to Rs. 96 crore in Q4FY24, with the EBITDA margin (including SGF) expanding significantly to 70 percent from 20 percent a year earlier. This strong quarterly performance demonstrated BSE’s ability to capitalize on increased market activity and operational efficiencies.

FY25 Results

For the full fiscal year FY25, BSE achieved a consolidated net profit of Rs. 1,322.32 crore, up 71.8 percent from the previous year, supported by a 103 percent rise in total revenues to a record Rs. 3,236 crore, the highest annual revenue in the exchange’s history. Key revenue drivers included the equity derivatives segment, which recorded around 30.5 billion contracts traded. The BSE StAR MF platform also contributed with a 61 percent year-on-year increase in transactions to 66.3 crore and revenue increasing by 80 percent, while maintaining its 89 percent market share in mutual fund distribution, as per various sources.

Dividend Announcement

The BSE board recommended a total dividend of Rs. 23 per equity share on the face value of Rs. 2 for FY25, comprising a special dividend of Rs. 5 to commemorate BSE’s 150th anniversary and a normal dividend of Rs. 18. This dividend proposal is subject to shareholders' approval. The record date for dividend eligibility is set on May 14, 2025, with payments expected on or before September 18, 2025.

Conclusion

In summary, BSE Ltd. delivered a strong Q4FY25 and FY25 consolidated performance characterized by profit growth, record revenues, and improved margins. The company’s revenue streams include equity derivatives and mutual fund platforms, which are crucial for the exchange’s financial growth. The recommended dividend highlights BSE’s financial health and shareholder-focused approach, positioning itself for sustained growth.