Athira Sethu
Kochi, 10 Feb 2026
Asia’s oldest stock exchange, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), reported impressive financial performance for the third quarter of the fiscal year 2026 (Q3FY26). The Exchange registered a consolidated net profit of Rs 603 crore, marking a significant 166% increase compared to Rs 225 crore in Q3FY25. The exchange also saw a remarkable rise in its revenue, reaching Rs 1,244 crore, a growth of nearly 62% from Rs 768 crore in the same quarter the previous year. A major contributor to this growth was a sharp rise in transaction charges, which played a key role in driving revenue expansion.
Financial Highlights (Q3FY26 vs Q3FY25):
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | YoY Growth |
| Net Profit | Rs 603 crore | Rs 225 crore | +166% |
| Revenue from Operations | Rs 1,244 crore | Rs 768 crore | +62% |
| Operating EBITDA (incl. SGF) | Rs 732 crore | Rs 235 crore | +212% |
| Total Expenses | Rs 511 crore | Rs 363 crore | +40% |
Revenue Breakdown:
| Revenue Source | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | YoY Growth |
| Transaction Charges | Rs 952 crore | Rs 511 crore | +86% |
| Corporate Segment Revenue | Rs 156 crore | Rs 149 crore | +4.7% |
| Options Segment Revenue | Rs 784 crore | Rs 353 crore | +122% |
| Treasury Income | Rs 43 crore | Rs 48 crore | -11% |
Expense Breakdown:
| Expense Category | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | YoY Growth |
| Total Expenses | Rs 511 crore | Rs 363 crore | +40% |
| Regulatory Contribution | Rs 187 crore | Rs 98 crore | +90% |
| Technology Expenses | Rs 53 crore | Rs 39 crore | +35% |
Derivatives and Trading Activity:
| Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY25 | YoY Growth |
| Options Average Daily Notional Turnover | Rs 210 lakh crore | Rs 105 lakh crore | +100% |
| Revenue from Options Segment | Rs 784 crore | Rs 353 crore | +122% |
Stock Performance:
| Metric | Value |
| Share Price Change (1 Day) | +3% |
| Return Over Last 5 Trading Days | +6% |
| Return Over Last 1 Year | +59% |
Source: Exchange filing sourced by Data Biz Times.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Please consult your financial advisor before investing in stocks.
