German stock exchange operator Deutsche Boerse AG increased net profit in the first quarter of 2026 by 11%, revenue – by 9%.
The company said in a statement that net profit last quarter totalled €585m, up from €525m in the same period a year earlier.
Revenue rose to €1.64bn from €1.51bn a year earlier, with operating revenue (excluding liquidity management results) up 12% to €1.43bn.
The military conflict in the Middle East led to increased trading volatility in equity and bond markets, as well as increased use of financial derivatives to hedge risks. In addition, there was a surge in commodities trading activity.
The company’s equity trading segment revenue increased by 9 per cent in the first quarter, while the commodities segment grew by 14 per cent and financial derivatives revenue increased by 17 per cent.
Deutsche Boerse’s operating expenses rose 4% to €626 million.
The company reaffirmed its outlook for 2026 and still expects operating revenue to increase by 10% to €5.7bn and operating profit to increase by 16% to €3.1bn.
Deutsche Boerse shares added 0.7 per cent during trading on Tuesday. Since the beginning of this year, their value has risen by 19.8%.