IG Group Holdings plc reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the second quarter and six months ended November 30, 2017. For the quarter, the company reported revenue of GBP 133.2 million compared to GBP 133.4 million a year ago.

For the six months, the company reported, trading revenue of GBP 280.1 million against GBP 263 million a year ago. Net trading revenue was GBP 268.4 million against GBP 244.9 million a year ago. Net operating income was GBP 269 million against GBP 243.5 million a year ago. Operating profit was GBP 136.5 million against GBP 105.6 million a year ago. Profit before taxation was GBP 136.2 million against GBP 105.2 million a year ago. Profit for the period attributable to owners of the parent was GBP 108.1 million against GBP 83.3 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share were 29.3 pence against 22.6 pence a year ago. Net cash flow generated from operating activities was GBP 83.9 million against GBP 44.3 million a year ago. Purchase of property, plant and equipment was GBP 1.4 million against GBP 4.1 million a year ago. Payments to acquire and develop intangible assets were GBP 7.1 million against GBP 32.7 million a year ago.

The estimated effective annual tax rate for the year ending 31 May 2018 is 20.6%.