Cboe Global Markets Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Cboe Global Markets reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, highlighting an 18 percent increase in net revenue and record diluted earnings per share. Executive leadership attributed the performance to growth across derivatives, cash markets, and data services.

According to the corporate announcement issued on October 30, 2026, net revenue for the quarter reached $712.2 million, up from $605.5 million in the same period of 2025. Diluted EPS rose 43 percent to a record $4.08, while adjusted diluted EPS increased 36 percent to $3.63.

Key Financial and Operational Highlights

• Revenue Growth: Net revenue grew by 18 percent year over year, driven by strong activity in index options and data services.
• Segment Performance: Options net revenue rose 23 percent to $469.5 million, supported by a 14 percent increase in average daily volume. Cash and Spot Markets revenue increased 12 percent, while Data Vantage delivered a record quarterly net revenue increase of 13 percent.
• Guidance Updates: Cboe raised its 2026 organic total net revenue growth target to the 'high teens' range and lowered its adjusted operating expense guidance to a range of $830 to $845 million.
• Shareholder Returns: The company paid $90.2 million in cash dividends and repurchased approximately 211,000 shares during the quarter.

Practical Implications and Verification

The reported earnings reflect current market volumes and strategic adjustments made by the operator. Interested parties and investors can verify the original announcements, financial tables, and reconciliation of non-GAAP measures by visiting the Investor Relations section on the official Cboe website at www.cboe.com.