Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) reported a remarkable 364% increase in its net profit, reaching ₹493.04 crore for the January–March quarter of FY 2024–25, up from ₹106.16 crore in the same quarter last year.
- This exponential growth reflects robust operational performance and improved market activity during the period.
- The earnings were disclosed in the company’s consolidated financial statements on May 6, 2025.
Strong Growth in Core Operational Revenue
BSE also posted a 75% surge in its core operational revenue, which rose to ₹847 crore in Q4 FY25 from ₹484 crore a year earlier.
- The significant rise indicates increased participation across trading segments and higher transaction volumes.
- It underscores BSE’s strategic initiatives to diversify revenue streams and strengthen its market position.
Final Dividend of ₹23 per Share Declared
The exchange declared a final dividend of ₹23 per equity share, comprising a special dividend of ₹5 and a regular dividend of ₹18 per share (of face value ₹2).
- The special dividend commemorates BSE’s 150th anniversary, reflecting the company’s strong financial footing.
- This proposal is subject to shareholder approval at the 20th Annual General Meeting.
According to the official filing:
- The record date for the dividend is Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
- The dividend will be paid on or before Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Earlier in the fiscal year, BSE had already issued a ₹15/share dividend on June 14, making this the second dividend payout for FY25.
BSE Share Price Performance
Despite stellar earnings, BSE shares closed 3.15% lower at ₹6,250 on May 6, compared to ₹6,453.50 in the previous session.
- The earnings and dividend announcements came post-market hours, possibly explaining the intraday drop.
Over longer horizons:
- BSE shares have delivered a massive 4,785% return over five years.
- In the past year alone, investors have seen a return of 119%, highlighting continued market confidence.
- On a year-to-date basis, the stock is up over 15%, with a 20.6% gain in just the last month.
The share price peaked at a 52-week high of ₹6,808 on April 29, 2025, while the 52-week low stood at ₹2,115 on July 23, 2024.
As of May 6, 2025, BSE’s market capitalisation is reported at ₹84,610.22 crore, reinforcing its stature among leading Indian financial institutions.