Singapore Exchange reported earnings results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2017. For the quarter, the company reported operating revenue of $199.6 million compared to $194.6 million a year ago. Operating profit was $102.4 million compared to $97.6 million a year ago. Profit attributable to equity holders reported was $88.3 million compared to $83.7 million a year ago. Earnings per share were 8.2 cents compared to 7.8 cents a year ago. Return on shareholders' equity was 38% compared to 43% a year ago.

For the first half, the company reported operating revenue of $390.4 million compared to $414.2 million a year ago. Operating profit was $199.5 million compared to $214.9 million a year ago. Profit attributable to equity holders reported was $171.4 million compared to $183.0 million a year ago. Earnings per share were 16.0 cents compared to 17.1 cents a year ago. Return on shareholders' equity was 38% compared to 43% a year ago.

For the fiscal year 2017, the company expected operating expenses between $405 million and $415 million. This is $15 million lower than the previously announced range of between $420 million and $430 million. As previously guided, technology-related capital expenditure is expected between $65 million and $70 million.