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ASX Limited (ASX:ASX)

ALERT: Price-sensitive ASX Announcement for ASX
Current share price for ASX : $51.790 -3.59 (-6.48%)+
Announcement
Release
12 Feb 2026 9:22AM
Price at Release
$55.380
Full Release
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Summary
ASX Limited reported its 2026 half-year results with strong revenue growth of 11.2% to $602.8 million, driven by increased cash market trading and futures volumes. The company achieved an underlying net profit after tax of $263.6 million, a 3.9% increase, despite a rise in total operating expenses by 20.0%, largely due to costs associated with the ASIC Inquiry and strategic programs like Accelerate. The company also focused on technology modernization and launched new products such as gold ETF options. A fully franked interim dividend of 101.8 cents per share was declared, with a dividend payout ratio of 75%.
Key Points
  • Revenue grew by 11.2% to $602.8 million.
  • Underlying net profit after tax increased by 3.9% to $263.6 million.
  • Total operating expenses increased by 20.0%.
  • Focused on technology modernization and launched new products.
  • Declared a fully franked interim dividend of 101.8 cents per share.
  • Dividend payout ratio was 75%.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.